Nevada Revised Statutes 213.1515 – Inquiry to determine probable cause to believe violation occurred: Findings and determinations of inquiring officer; continued detention of parolee
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1. Upon completion of the inquiry, the inquiring officer shall:
Terms Used In Nevada Revised Statutes 213.1515
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
- Probable cause: A reasonable ground for belief that the offender violated a specific law.
(a) Make a written summary of what occurred at the inquiry, noting the substance of the evidence given in support of parole revocation and the parolee’s position and responses.
(b) Determine whether there is probable cause to hold the parolee for a Board hearing on parole revocation.
2. If the inquiring officer determines that there is probable cause, his or her determination is sufficient to warrant the parolee’s continued detention and return to prison pending the Board’s hearing.