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plain meaning rule in Nevada

24 Nevada opinions name it 2 courts 1986–2019 0 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Nevada courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (14)

CaseFollowedCited
State, Bus. & Indus. v. Granite Constr. Co.green
nev · 2002 · cited in 8 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
2 sentences

2019"However, if a statute is susceptible to more than one natural or honest interpretation, it is ambiguous, and the plain meaning rule has no application." State, Dep't of Bus. & Indus., Office of Labor Comm'r v. Granite Const. Co., 118 Nev. 83, 87 , 40 P.3d 423, 426 (2002).

2019"However, if a statute is susceptible to more than one natural or honest interpretation, it is ambiguous, and the plain meaning rule has no application." State, Dep't of Bus. & Indus., Office of Labor Comm'r v. Granite Const. Co., 118 Nev. 83, 87 , 40 P.3d 423, 426 (2002).

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State, Department of Motor Vehicles v. Vezerisgreen
nev · 1986 · cited in 6 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
2 sentences

2019In such a circumstance, it is this court's "duty to construe that statute in line with what reason and public policy would indicate the legislature intended." State, Dep't of Motor Vehicles v. Vezeris, 102 Nev. 232, 236 , 720 P.2d 1208, 1211 (1986) (internal quotation marks omitted).

2019In such a circumstance, it is this court's "duty to construe that statute in line with what reason and public policy would indicate the legislature intended." State, Dep't of Motor Vehicles v. Vezeris, 102 Nev. 232, 236 , 720 P.2d 1208, 1211 (1986) (internal quotation marks omitted).

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Savage v. Piersongreen
nev · 2007 · cited in 4 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2015–2016
2 sentences

2015"If, however, a statute is subject to more than one reasonable interpretation, it is ambiguous, and the plain meaning rule does not apply." Savage v. Pierson, 123 Nev. 86, 89 , 157 P.3d 697, 699 (2007).

2015"If, however, a statute is subject to more than one reasonable interpretation, it is ambiguous, and the plain meaning rule does not apply." Savage v. Pierson, 123 Nev. 86, 89 , 157 P.3d 697, 699 (2007).

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McKay v. Board of Sup'rs of Carson Citygreen
nev · 1986 · cited in 4 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 1987–2004
2 sentences

2004McKay v. Bd. of Supervisors, 102 Nev. 644, 648 , 730 P.2d 438, 441 (1986); see Trustees v. Developers Surety, 120 Nev. 56, 61 , 84 P.3d 59, 62 (2004) (applying the plain meaning rule of statutory construction to NRCP 68).

2004McKay v. Bd. of Supervisors, 102 Nev. 644, 648 , 730 P.2d 438, 441 (1986); see Trustees v. Developers Surety, 120 Nev. 56, 61 , 84 P.3d 59, 62 (2004) (applying the plain meaning rule of statutory construction to NRCP 68).

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Converse Professional Group v. Eighth Judicial District Court of the State of Nevada ex rel. County of Clarkgreen
nev · 2013 · cited in 2 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
2 sentences

2019Co., 118 Nev. 83. 87, 40 P.3d 423, 426 (2002). "[W]hen a statute is ambiguous, we consult other sources, such as legislative history, reason, and policy to identify and give effect to the Legislature's intent." In re CityCenter Constr. & Lien Master Litig., 129 Nev. 669, 673-74, 310 P.3d 574, 578 (2013).

2019Co., 118 Nev. 83. 87, 40 P.3d 423, 426 (2002). "[W]hen a statute is ambiguous, we consult other sources, such as legislative history, reason, and policy to identify and give effect to the Legislature's intent." In re CityCenter Constr. & Lien Master Litig., 129 Nev. 669, 673-74, 310 P.3d 574, 578 (2013).

22
State v. Cataniogreen
nev · 2004 · cited in 2 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
2 sentences

2016See id.

2016See id.

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Robinson v. Shell Oil Co.green
scotus · 1997 · cited in 2 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
2 sentences

2015"The plainness or ambiguity of statutory language is determined [not only] by reference to the language itself, [but as well by] the specific context in which that language is used, and the broader context of the statute as a whole." Yates v. United States, 574 U.S. „ 135 S. Ct. 1074, 1081-82 (2015) (alterations in original) (quoting Robinson v. Shell Oil Co., 519 U.S. 337, 341 (1997)).

2015"The plainness or ambiguity of statutory language is determined [not only] by reference to the language itself, [but as well by] the specific context in which that language is used, and the broader context of the statute as a whole." Yates v. United States, 574 U.S. „ 135 S. Ct. 1074, 1081-82 (2015) (alterations in original) (quoting Robinson v. Shell Oil Co., 519 U.S. 337, 341 (1997)).

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Yates v. United Statesgreen
scotus · 2015 · cited in 2 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
2 sentences

2015"The plainness or ambiguity of statutory language is determined [not only] by reference to the language itself, [but as well by] the specific context in which that language is used, and the broader context of the statute as a whole." Yates v. United States, 574 U.S. „ 135 S. Ct. 1074, 1081-82 (2015) (alterations in original) (quoting Robinson v. Shell Oil Co., 519 U.S. 337, 341 (1997)).

2015"The plainness or ambiguity of statutory language is determined [not only] by reference to the language itself, [but as well by] the specific context in which that language is used, and the broader context of the statute as a whole." Yates v. United States, 574 U.S. „ 135 S. Ct. 1074, 1081-82 (2015) (alterations in original) (quoting Robinson v. Shell Oil Co., 519 U.S. 337, 341 (1997)).

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Hotel Employees & Restaurant Employees International Union v. State Ex Rel. Nevada Gaming Control Boardgreen
nev · 1987 · cited in 2 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 1998–2000
2 sentences

2000See Hotel Employees v. State, Gaming Control Bd., 103 Nev. 588, 591 , 747 P.2d 878, 880 (1987).

2000See Hotel Employees v. State, Gaming Control Bd., 103 Nev. 588, 591 , 747 P.2d 878, 880 (1987).

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PEOPLE EX REL. ANGLE v. Millergreen
nev · 2008 · cited in 1 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
1 sentence

2012We the People Nevada v. Secretary of State, 124 Nev. 874, 881 , 192 P.3d 1166, 1170-71 (2008).

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Trustees of the Plumbers & Pipefitters Union Local 525 Health & Welfare Trust Plan v. Developers Surety & Indemnity Co.green
nev · 2004 · cited in 1 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2004–2004
2 sentences

2004McKay v. Bd. of Supervisors, 102 Nev. 644, 648 , 730 P.2d 438, 441 (1986); see Trustees v. Developers Surety, 120 Nev. 56, 61 , 84 P.3d 59, 62 (2004) (applying the plain meaning rule of statutory construction to NRCP 68).

2004McKay v. Bd. of Supervisors, 102 Nev. 644, 648 , 730 P.2d 438, 441 (1986); see Trustees v. Developers Surety, 120 Nev. 56, 61 , 84 P.3d 59, 62 (2004) (applying the plain meaning rule of statutory construction to NRCP 68).

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In Re Walters' Estategreen
nev · 1940 · cited in 1 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 1998–1998
2 sentences

1998Co. v. Boulder City, 106 Nev. 497, 503 , 797 P.2d 946, 949 (1990) (quoting In re Walters' Estate, 60 Nev. 172, 183-84 , 104 P.2d 968, 973 (1940)), it is equally true that when more than one interpretation of a statute can reasonably be drawn from its language, it is ambiguous and the plain meaning rule has no application.

1998Co. v. Boulder City, 106 Nev. 497, 503 , 797 P.2d 946, 949 (1990) (quoting In re Walters' Estate, 60 Nev. 172, 183-84 , 104 P.2d 968, 973 (1940)), it is equally true that when more than one interpretation of a statute can reasonably be drawn from its language, it is ambiguous and the plain meaning rule has no application.

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Charlie Brown Construction Co. v. City of Boulder Citygreen
nev · 1990 · cited in 1 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 1998–1998
2 sentences

1998Co. v. Boulder City, 106 Nev. 497, 503 , 797 P.2d 946, 949 (1990) (quoting In re Walters' Estate, 60 Nev. 172, 183-84 , 104 P.2d 968, 973 (1940)), it is equally true that when more than one interpretation of a statute can reasonably be drawn from its language, it is ambiguous and the plain meaning rule has no application.

1998Co. v. Boulder City, 106 Nev. 497, 503 , 797 P.2d 946, 949 (1990) (quoting In re Walters' Estate, 60 Nev. 172, 183-84 , 104 P.2d 968, 973 (1940)), it is equally true that when more than one interpretation of a statute can reasonably be drawn from its language, it is ambiguous and the plain meaning rule has no application.

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Robert E. v. JUSTICE COURT OF RENO TP.green
nev · 1983 · cited in 1 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 1988–1988
2 sentences

1988When a statute is ambiguous, “the plain meaning rule has no application,” McKay, 102 Nev. at 649 , 730 P.2d at 442 , and the statute can be construed “ ‘in line with what reason and public policy would indicate the legislature intended.’ ” McKay, 102 Nev. at 649 , 730 P.2d at 442 (quoting Robert E. v. Justice Court, 99 Nev. 443, 445 , 664 P.2d 957, 959 (1983)).

1988When a statute is ambiguous, “the plain meaning rule has no application,” McKay, 102 Nev. at 649 , 730 P.2d at 442 , and the statute can be construed “ ‘in line with what reason and public policy would indicate the legislature intended.’ ” McKay, 102 Nev. at 649 , 730 P.2d at 442 (quoting Robert E. v. Justice Court, 99 Nev. 443, 445 , 664 P.2d 957, 959 (1983)).

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Nevada. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (3)

CaseCitedYears
Beazer Homes Nevada, Inc. v. Eighth Judicial District Court of the State of Nevada green
nev · 2004
2 sentences

2015"However, when a statute is susceptible to more than one natural or honest interpretation, it is ambiguous, and the plain meaning rule has no application." Id. (internal citations omitted).

2015"However, when a statute is susceptible to more than one natural or honest interpretation, it is ambiguous, and the plain meaning rule has no application." Id. (internal citations omitted).

22015–2015
We The People Nevada ex rel. Angle v. Miller green
nev · 2008
1 sentence

2012We the People Nevada v. Secretary of State, 124 Nev. 874, 881 , 192 P.3d 1166, 1170-71 (2008).

12012–2012
Thompson v. First Judicial District Court green
nev · 1984
1 sentence

1986Thompson v. District Court, supra, 100 Nev. at 354 .

11986–1986

Statutes the citing opinions construe

NV § Nev. Rev. Stat. § 176.105 (6) NV § Nev. Rev. Stat. § 34.160 (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

NM 286 (1952–2026) MD 133 (1907–2023) CA 121 (1932–2026) WA 112 (1990–2025) TX 103 (1973–2026) CT 92 (1986–2025) WI 81 (1968–2025) SC 71 (1997–2026) FL 38 (1981–2025) AK 36 (1980–2024) MI 34 (1981–2024) IL 31 (1984–2025) VT 31 (1980–2026) VA 25 (1989–2025) NV 24 (1986–2019) AZ 23 (1976–2025) UT 22 (1990–2024) AL 18 (2001–2018) NY 17 (1977–2015) MN 17 (1986–2016) PA 16 (1982–2026) DC 16 (1977–2024) HI 15 (1983–2023) NC 13 (2005–2026) KY 12 (2005–2025) CO 12 (1995–2026) OH 11 (1984–2021) MS 10 (2001–2018) IA 10 (1986–2020) NH 9 (1978–2013) DE 8 (1994–2017) MO 8 (1979–2022) ME 7 (1991–2013) NJ 6 (1961–2021) MA 6 (1986–2013) WY 6 (1991–2007) RI 6 (2005–2017) TN 5 (1992–2019) AR 5 (1996–2006) KS 4 (1994–2014) ID 4 (1990–2022) IN 4 (1992–2023) OK 4 (1973–2013) MT 4 (1985–1995) VI 3 (2008–2025) NE 3 (1986–2025) SD 2 (2000–2025) WV 2 (2014–2014)

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