Nev. Rev. Stat. § 81.170
This is the official text of Nev. Rev. Stat. § 81.170, part of Nevada’s Rev. Stat — part of the compiled statutory law of Nevada, published by the state as "Rev. Stat." Browse the sections below, each linked to its official government source.
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“Lawful business” defined; construction of NRS 81.170 to 81.270, inclusive
Official statutory text
1. NRS 81.170 to 81.270 , inclusive, being passed to promote association for mutual welfare, the words “lawful business” extend to every kind of lawful effort for business, education, industrial, benevolent, social or political purposes, whether conducted for profit or not.
2. NRS 81.170 to 81.270 , inclusive, must not be strictly construed, but their provisions must at all times be liberally construed with a view to effect their object and to promote their purposes.
2. NRS 81.170 to 81.270 , inclusive, must not be strictly construed, but their provisions must at all times be liberally construed with a view to effect their object and to promote their purposes.
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