Nev. Rev. Stat. § 159.054
Finding and order of court upon petition: Dismissal of petition; appointment of special or general guardian
Nevada · Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 159 — Guardianship of Adults · Status: effective
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- Nev. Rev. Stat. § 159.054, Finding and order of court upon petition: Dismissal of petition; appointment of special or general guardian, Nevada, version 1 as recorded 2026-10-03, yourstate.us, https://yourstate.us/provision/2085574
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1. If the court finds that the proposed protected person is not incapacitated and is not in need of a guardian, the court shall dismiss the petition.
2. If the court finds that the proposed protected person is of limited capacity and is in need of a special guardian, the court shall enter an order accordingly and specify the powers and duties of the special guardian.
3. If the court finds that appointment of a general guardian is required, the court shall appoint a general guardian of the person, estate, or person and estate of the proposed protected person.