1.  If a vacancy occurs in the office of public guardian before the expiration of a normal term, the vacancy shall be filled promptly by the board of county commissioners.

Terms Used In Nevada Revised Statutes 253.170

  • county: includes Carson City. See Nevada Revised Statutes 0.033
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
  • person: means a natural person, any form of business or social organization and any other nongovernmental legal entity including, but not limited to, a corporation, partnership, association, trust or unincorporated organization. See Nevada Revised Statutes 0.039

2.  The board of county commissioners may designate any qualified person to serve as acting public guardian until a vacancy in such office is filled.

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