Nevada Assault Law
Nevada Assault Defense
What you're facing under NRS § 200.471, how the penalties scale, and the questions your attorney needs to answer, specific to Nevada (NV) law.
Offense Class
Misdemeanor; Category B Felony (with deadly weapon); Category D Felony (on protected person)
Maximum Penalty
6 months (misdemeanor); 6 years (deadly weapon); 4 years (protected person)
Maximum Fine
$1,000 (misdemeanor); $5,000 (deadly weapon/protected person)
Penalty Range in Nevada
Charge Enhancements
These factors can elevate the charge or penalty in Nevada:
- Use of a deadly weapon (Category B felony, 1-6 years)
- Victim is a protected person (officer, firefighter, health care provider — Category D felony)
Nevada-Specific Detail
Simple assault is a misdemeanor. Assault with a deadly weapon is always a Category B felony regardless of injury.
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Important: This page provides legal INFORMATION about Nevada assault possession law as of the date of publication. Laws change frequently. This is not legal advice. The analysis draws on methods developed by defense attorneys, applied to public data. Your attorney remains the final authority on defense direction.