Nevada Revised Statutes 493.130 – Operation of aircraft while under influence of intoxicating liquor or controlled substance or in reckless manner: Penalty; exception
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1. Any person operating an aircraft in the air, or on the ground or water:
Attorney's Note
Under the Nevada Revised Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| gross misdemeanor | up to 364 days | up to $2,000 |
Terms Used In Nevada Revised Statutes 493.130
- controlled substance: means a drug, immediate precursor or other substance which is listed in schedule I, II, III, IV or V for control by the State Board of Pharmacy pursuant to NRS 453. See Nevada Revised Statutes 0.031
- 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
(a) While under the influence of intoxicating liquor or a controlled substance, unless in accordance with a lawfully issued prescription; or
(b) In a careless or reckless manner so as to endanger the life or property of another, is guilty of a gross misdemeanor.
2. As used in this section:
(a) ’Aircraft’ includes an unmanned aerial vehicle as that term is defined in subsection 8 of NRS 493.020.
(b) ’Controlled substance’ has the meaning ascribed to it in 21 U.S.C. § 802(6).
(c) ’Prescription’ has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 453.128.