Paternity Law in Nevada
This page covers paternity law as it applies in Nevada — the state and federal laws that govern it, filing deadlines, where to get help, and notable in-state decisions. For what paternity protects generally, see the national overview.
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Laws that govern paternity in Nevada
Nevada state law
- Title 11 — Domestic Relations › Chapter 126 — ParentageNV 126 § 126.051
Cited in 11 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Title 38 — Public Assistance › Chapter 432B — Protection of Children From Abuse and NeglectNV 432B § 432B.393
Cited in 8 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Title 11 — Domestic Relations › Chapter 125C — Custody and VisitationNV 125C § 125C.003
Cited in 6 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Title 11 — Domestic Relations › Chapter 126 — ParentageNV 126 § 126.053
Cited in 5 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Title 11 — Domestic Relations › Chapter 126 — ParentageNV 126 § 126.161
Cited in 5 court decisions on this topic's terms.
- Title 40 — Public Health and Safety › Chapter 440 — Vital StatisticsNV 440 § 440.610
Cited in 3 court decisions on this topic's terms.
Where to go & how to get help
Government agencies and non-profit legal-help organizations for paternity in Nevada.
Official U.S. government starting point for finding free or low-cost legal help and legal-aid programs near you.
Locate the LSC-funded legal-aid organization that serves your county for civil (non-criminal) legal problems.
Find your state or local bar association lawyer-referral service and free legal-answer programs.
Find your state attorney general to file consumer-protection, civil-rights, or other complaints.
Not legal advice. State-specific statutes, deadlines and procedures are being sourced and will appear here.