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Nevada Family Law Flashcards

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  1. Nevada is which type of property state for marital assets?

    Answer: Community property state

    Nevada is a community property state under NRS Chapter 123, meaning most property acquired during marriage is equally owned by both spouses.

  2. Under Nevada law, what is the residency requirement to file for divorce?

    Answer: 6 weeks

    Under NRS 125.020, a plaintiff must have been a resident of Nevada for at least 6 weeks before filing for divorce.

  3. Nevada recognizes which grounds for divorce?

    Answer: Both fault and no-fault grounds

    Nevada allows divorce on no-fault grounds (incompatibility or living separate and apart for one year) and on fault grounds under NRS 125.010.

  4. In Nevada, which standard governs all child custody and visitation determinations?

    Answer: Best interests of the child

    Under NRS 125C.0035, all child custody determinations in Nevada are governed by the best interests of the child standard.

  5. Under Nevada law, what is the presumption regarding joint physical custody?

    Answer: Joint physical custody is presumed in the best interests of the child

    Under NRS 125C.0025, Nevada law creates a presumption that joint physical custody is in the best interests of the child.

  6. Nevada child support is calculated primarily based on which method?

    Answer: Percentage of income of the paying parent only

    Nevada calculates child support as a percentage of the gross monthly income of the paying parent under NRS 125B.070, with set percentages per number of children.

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