If the sheriff to whom a writ of execution or writ of attachment is delivered shall neglect or refuse, after being required by the creditor or the creditor’s attorney to attach, or to levy upon or sell, any property of the party charged in the writ which is liable to be attached or levied upon and sold, the sheriff shall be liable on his or her official bond to the creditor for the value of such property.

Terms Used In Nevada Revised Statutes 248.150

  • Attachment: A procedure by which a person's property is seized to pay judgments levied by the court.
  • Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.