Nevada Revised Statutes 562.530 – Federal and state inspectors may call upon peace officers for assistance; penalty for refusal to comply with orders of officer or inspector
1. All federal authorities authorized as provided in NRS 562.520, and the various inspectors of this State, shall, subject to the approval of the Board, have the power to call upon any constable, sheriff or other peace officer in any county in this State to assist them in the discharge of their duties in carrying out the provisions of this chapter and c. 60, 23 Stat. 32, approved May 29, 1884 (21 U.S.C. § 114), and such officers shall assist them when so requested.
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 562.530
- Board: means the State Board of Agriculture. See Nevada Revised Statutes 562.010
- Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
- county: includes Carson City. See Nevada Revised Statutes 0.033
- 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 federal inspectors shall have the same power to enforce the laws of this State as the various inspectors of the State when authorized as provided in NRS 562.520 and when engaged in the discharge of their official duties.
3. Any person, company or corporation refusing to comply with the orders of such officer or federal inspector shall be guilty of a gross misdemeanor.