Definitions.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 574.050
in effectAs used in NRS 574.050 to 574.200, inclusive:
1. Animal does not include the human race, but includes every other living creature.
2. First responder means a person who has successfully completed the national standard course for first responders.
3. Police animal means an animal which is owned or used by a state or local governmental agency and which is used by a peace officer in performing his or her duties as a peace officer.
4. Torture or cruelty includes every act, omission or neglect, whereby unjustifiable physical pain, suffering or death is caused or permitted.
Source: NV Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://www.leg.state.nv.us/nrs/NRS-574.htmlFetched: 10/4/2026
