Rule 48 – Number of Jurors

by | May 14, 2021 | Civil Procedure, Nevada

A jury must consist of eight persons, unless the parties stipulate to a different number-but a jury may not consist of fewer than four members.Nev. R. Civ. P. 48Last amended effective January 1, 2005; amended effective March 1, 2019.Advisory Committee Note 2019...

Rule 47 – Selecting Jurors

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(a) Examination of Jurors. The court must conduct the examination of prospective jurors and must permit such supplemental examination by counsel as it deems proper.(b)Challenges to Jurors. The court must allow peremptory challenges and challenges for cause as provided...

Rule 46 – Objecting to a Ruling or Order

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A formal exception to a ruling or order is unnecessary. When the ruling or order is requested or made, a party need only state the action that it wants the court to take or objects to, along with the grounds for the request or objection. Failing to object does not...

Rule 45 – Subpoena

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(a)In General(1) Form and Contents.(A) Requirements-In General. Every subpoena must:(i) state the court from which it is issued;(ii) state the title and case number of the action and the name and address of the party or attorney responsible for issuing the...

Rule 44.1 – Determining Foreign Law

by | May 14, 2021 | Civil Procedure, Nevada

A party who intends to raise an issue about a foreign country’s law must give notice by a pleading or other writing. In determining foreign law, the court may consider any relevant material or source, including testimony, whether or not submitted by a party or...