Nevada · Nevada Revised Statutes — Title 15, Crimes and Punishments

NRS (Crimes) § 200.390: Administration of poison: Penalty

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

A person who willfully and maliciously administers poison or noxious substance to another with intent to cause death is guilty of a category A felony, punishable by life imprisonment with parole eligibility after 5 years, or a definite 15-year term with parole eligibility after 5 years.

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