NV Bar Nevada Civil Procedure 2

Question 1

In Nevada, what is the required jury size for a civil jury trial in District Court?

Accepted Answer

12 jurors

Answer

Nevada Constitution Article 1, Section 3, requires 12 jurors for civil jury trials in District Court unless the parties stipulate otherwise.

Question 2

Under Nevada law, what percentage of jurors must agree for a civil verdict?

Accepted Answer

75%

Answer

Nevada requires three-fourths (9 of 12) juror agreement for a civil verdict under NRS 16.150.

Question 3

In Nevada civil practice, which pleading defense must be raised in the first responsive pleading or it is waived?

Accepted Answer

Improper venue

Answer

Under NRCP 12(h)(1), defenses including improper venue must be raised in the first responsive pleading or by pre-answer motion or they are waived.

Question 4

Nevada's anti-SLAPP statute protects defendants from suits that target which type of activity?

Accepted Answer

Good faith communications in furtherance of constitutional rights

Answer

NRS 41.635–41.670 protects defendants from Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP) involving good faith communications in furtherance of constitutional rights to free speech or petition.

Question 5

In Nevada, a notice of appeal from a District Court final judgment must be filed within how many days?

Accepted Answer

30 days

Answer

Under NRAP 4(a)(1), a notice of appeal must be filed within 30 days after entry of the judgment or order appealed from.

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NV Bar Nevada Civil Procedure 2