NRS 200.471
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NRS 200.471
Plain-English explanation
Nevada defines assault as either unlawfully attempting to use physical force against another person or intentionally placing another person in reasonable apprehension of immediate bodily harm. The statute also contains penalty rules that depend on the circumstances.
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Plain-language rule
Assault has two statutory paths: an unlawful attempt to use physical force or intentional placement of another person in reasonable apprehension of immediate bodily harm.
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