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Nevada eviction procedures are governed by NRS Chapter 40. For non-payment of rent, landlords must provide a 5-day notice. For other lease violations, a 7-day notice is required. After the notice period expires, an unlawful detainer action may be filed in Justice Court. Tenants have 5 days to respond. The court typically schedules hearings within 10 days. Both landlords and tenants benefit from legal representation to ensure compliance with Nevada's procedural requirements.

Nevada law prohibits retaliatory eviction. Under NRS 118A.510, landlords cannot evict tenants in retaliation for exercising legal rights, including requesting repairs, reporting code violations, or organizing tenant groups. If eviction proceedings follow repair requests, tenants may raise retaliation as a defense. Documentation of the repair request timeline and landlord response is important in these cases.

HOA foreclosure in Nevada follows NRS 116.31162 through 116.31168. HOAs must provide specific notices before initiating foreclosure. The process includes a lien notice, intent to lien, and notice of default. Nevada law provides homeowners with certain rights during this process, including redemption periods and notice requirements. Because HOA foreclosure can result in loss of property, consultation with an attorney experienced in Nevada HOA law is advisable when foreclosure notices are received.

Under NRS 118A.242, Nevada landlords must return security deposits within 30 days after the tenant vacates. The landlord must provide an itemized statement of any deductions. Deductions are limited to unpaid rent, damages beyond normal wear and tear, and costs to remedy tenant defaults. If the landlord fails to return the deposit or provide an itemization within 30 days, the tenant may be entitled to the full deposit amount plus damages.

Bring all relevant documents including contracts, deeds, HOA correspondence, lease agreements, notices, photographs, and any written communications related to your issue. A timeline of events is also helpful. The more information you provide, the better we can assess your case during the consultation.

Nevada law does not allow tenants to simply withhold rent. However, NRS 118A.380 through 118A.530 provide specific procedures for addressing habitability issues. Tenants must provide written notice to the landlord. If repairs aren't made within 14 days, tenants may have options including terminating the lease, making repairs and deducting costs (up to one month's rent), or filing a complaint. Improperly withholding rent can result in eviction, so compliance with statutory procedures is important.