Nevada · Nevada Revised Statutes — Title 14, Criminal Procedure
NRS (Crim. Proc.) § 171.1537: Arrest of person with disability: Right to communicate by mail or telephone
What this law says, in plain English
Detaining authorities must provide people with disabilities in custody reasonable communication means, including writing materials and postage. Officers must make phone calls and mail letters on the person's behalf if requested.
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