Nevada · Nevada Revised Statutes — Title 15, Crimes and Punishments
NRS (Crimes) § 200.508: Abuse, neglect or endangerment of child: Penalties; definitions
What this law says, in plain English
A person who willfully causes a child under 18 to suffer physical or mental pain through abuse or neglect, or places a child in danger of such suffering, is guilty of a felony. Penalties range from 1 to 20 years imprisonment depending on harm caused and prior convictions.
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