Nevada Revised Statutes 169.055 – ‘Criminal action’ defined
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‘Criminal action’ means the proceedings by which a party charged with a public offense is accused and brought to trial and punishment. A criminal action is prosecuted in the name of the State of Nevada, as plaintiff.
Terms Used In Nevada Revised Statutes 169.055
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.