1. A constable to whom any process, writ, order or paper is delivered shall:
(a) Execute the same with diligence, according to its command or as required by law.
(b) Return it without delay to the proper court or officer, with his or her certificate endorsed thereon of the manner of its service or execution, or, if not served or executed, the reasons for his or her failure.
2. A constable who fails to comply with subsection 1 is liable to the party aggrieved for all damages sustained by the party on account of such neglect.
(Added to NRS by 2015, 2515)
Structure Nevada Revised Statutes
NRS 258.002 - "Category I peace officer" defined.
NRS 258.003 - "Category II peace officer" defined.
NRS 258.0035 - "Enterprise fund" defined.
NRS 258.004 - "Peace officer" defined.
NRS 258.005 - General qualifications.
NRS 258.030 - Vacancy when office not abolished: Applicable law governing appointment.
NRS 258.050 - Expenses; claims.
NRS 258.065 - Clerical and operational staff: Appointment; powers; oath; bond; compensation; duties.
NRS 258.0703 - Processes, writs and orders: Endorsement and memorandum of receipt.
NRS 258.0705 - Processes, writs and orders: Service or execution; return; liability for damages.
NRS 258.075 - Report of deaths to public administrator or certain other person in certain counties.
NRS 258.080 - Duties in new township.
NRS 258.090 - Liability on bond: Tender of fees and indemnity bond.
NRS 258.110 - Unlawful failure to arrest offender; penalty.
NRS 258.120 - Purchasing judgment prohibited; penalty.
NRS 258.125 - Fees; expenses; accounting.
NRS 258.170 - No other fees to be charged.
NRS 258.190 - Quarterly financial statements.
NRS 258.200 - Failure to comply with certain statutory requirements: Penalty.
NRS 258.210 - Punishment for taking excessive fees.
NRS 258.220 - Table of fees to be posted; penalties.