1. In addition to any criminal penalty, a person who violates the provisions of this chapter is subject to a civil penalty in an amount not to exceed $20,000 for each violation. This penalty must be recovered in a civil action brought in the name of the State of Nevada by the Attorney General or by any district attorney in a court of competent jurisdiction.
2. Each person who signs a notice of intent to circulate a petition for the recall of a public officer is jointly and severally liable for any civil penalty imposed pursuant to this section in relation to the petition for recall.
3. Any civil penalty collected pursuant to this section must be deposited by the collecting agency for credit to the State General Fund in the bank designated by the State Treasurer.
(Added to NRS by 2019, 1655)
Structure Nevada Revised Statutes
Chapter 306 - Recall of Public Officers
NRS 306.005 - Informational pamphlet describing requirements of chapter; fee.
NRS 306.025 - Misrepresenting intent or content of petition for recall prohibited; penalty.
NRS 306.045 - Effect of resignation by public officer subject to proceedings for recall.
NRS 306.120 - Conduct of special election.
NRS 306.130 - Applicability of other laws governing elections.
NRS 306.210 - Unlawful acts involving petition for recall; criminal penalties.