- The United States Constitution
- The Bill of Rights
- The Second Amendment
- Legislative Law
- Executive Law
- Judicial Law
- Federal Law v. State Law
CHAPTER TWO – NEVADA LAW
- The Nevada Constitution
- Nevada Firearm Law
- State Preemption
CHAPTER THREE – IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS IN NEVADA FIREARM, KNIFE, AND WEAPON LAW
CHAPTER FOUR – WEAPONS AND MINORS
- Firearm Issues Relating to Minors in Nevada
- Possession of Firearm by Minor – Nevada Law
- Accompanied by Parent or Guardian
- Accompanied by Adult with Parent or Guardian Permission
- Possession of Firearm by Minor – Federal Law
- Course of Employment
- Target Practice, Hunting, and Course of Instruction
- Prior Written Consent
- Armed Forces Exception
- Self-Defense Situations
- Inheritance
- Other Requirements to Federal Law Exceptions
- Violation of Federal Law
- Violations of the Prohibition on Children Possessing Firearms – Nevada Law
- Child Violates Prohibition
- Impact of Violating Prohibition on Driver’s License
- Impact of Violating Prohibition on Hunting License
- Person Assists Child in Violating Prohibition
- Specific State Law Exceptions to Violations of the Prohibition on Children Possessing Firearms
- Child is Member of the Armed Forces
- License to Hunt
- General State Law Exceptions to Violations of the Prohibition on Children Possessing Firearms – Rifles and Shotguns
- Attending Course of Firearm Instruction
- Shooting Practice at the Range
- Participating in Shooting Competition
- Lawful Hunting Activity
- Traveling to or from Specific Activities
- Private Property
- Residence
- General State Law Exceptions to Violations of the Prohibition on Children Possessing Firearms – Handguns and Firearms Capable of Being Concealed on the Person
- Written Permission
- Definition of “Loaded” for the Exceptions Addressed Above
- Further Issues Regarding “Children” or “Minors”
- Sale of Firearms to Minor
- Imputed Liability for Minor’s Willful Misconduct
- Imputed Liability for Minor’s Negligence or Willful Misconduct with Firearm
- Minor Declared a Delinquent or Minor with Conviction
- Minor with Propensity to Commit Violent Acts
- Situations Where Parent Knows Minor Intends to Use Firearm for Violent Purpose
- Fingerprinting and Photograph of Child in Custody for Firearms Offense
- Effect on Disposition for Minor Acts Involving Use of Firearm
- Certification of Child for Criminal Proceedings as Adults
- Minor with Firearm at School
- Punishment for Minor with Firearm at School
- Storing Weapons Where Minors are Present
CHAPTER FIVE – PERSONS PROHIBITED FROM
FIREARMS USE AND OWNERSHIP
- Convicted Felons, Fugitives from Justice, and Drug
Users
- Convicted Felons
- Fugitives from Justice
- Users of Controlled Substances
- Punishment for Violation
- Mentally Ill Individuals, Committed Individuals, and Illegal Aliens
- Mentally Ill and Committed Individuals
- Illegal Aliens
- Punishment for Violations
- Sale or Disposal of Firearm or Ammunition to Prohibited Persons
- Further Federal Law Prohibitions
- Restoration of Rights for Those Prohibited Under Federal Law
CHAPTER SIX – PROHIBITED AND CONTROLLED
WEAPONS AND DEVICES
- Metal-Penetrating Bullets
- Short-Barreled Rifles and Short-Barreled Shotguns
- Prohibition on Short-Barreled Rifles and Short-Barreled Shotguns
- Exceptions to Prohibition on Short-Barreled Rifles and Short-Barreled Shotguns
- Firearms with Obliterated Markings
- Other Prohibited or Controlled Weapons
- Machine Gun
- Zip Gun
- Silencer
- Belt-Buckle Knife
- Switchblade Knife
- Blackjack
- Slungshot
- Billy
- Sand-Club
- Sandbag
- Metal Knuckles
- Nunchaku
- Trefoil
- Explosive Substance
- Dirk, Dagger, or Machete
- Concealed Pistol, Revolver, Other Firearm, Dangerous or Deadly Weapon
- Exceptions
- Electronic Stun Devices
- Sales of Electronic Stun Devices
- Violations of Electronic Stun Device Laws
- Electronic Stun Device Exceptions
- Tear Gas
- Requirements for Sale of Tear Gas
- Other Requirements for Tear Gas Weapons
- Violations of Tear Gas Laws
- License to Sell Tear Gas Bombs or Weapons
- Requirements on Licensees Selling Tear Gas Weapons
- Permits for Possession, Transportation, and Use in Protective System
- Applications for Tear Gas Permits
- Inspection of Permits
- Revocation of Permit
- Sale or Possession of Unlawful Tear Gas Bombs or Weapons
- Exceptions to Laws Regarding Tear Gas
- Explosives
- Persons Prohibited from Shipment or Receipt of Explosives
- Death Resulting from Unlawful Storage of Explosives
CHAPTER SEVEN – COMMON WEAPONS CRIMES
- Possession of Firearm While Intoxicated
- Testing to Determine if Prohibition was Violated
- Violation of Prohibition on Firearm Possession While Intoxicated
- Drawing Deadly Weapon in a Threatening Manner
- Aiming Firearm at Human Being
- Discharge of Weapon Where Person Endangered
- Discharging Firearm at or into Structure, Vehicle, Aircraft, or Watercraft
- Discharge of Firearm Within or From Structure or Vehicle
- Discharge of Firearm in or upon Public Streets
- Discharge of Firearm from or over Federal or State Highway
- Carrying Loaded Rifle or Shotgun in Vehicle
- Dangerous Exhibitions
- Boobytraps, Spring Guns, and Other Deadly Weapons
- Grand Larceny of Firearm
- Unlawful Discharge of Tracer or Incendiary Ammunition
- Possession or Use of Weapons Violations in Parks
- Requirement for Weapons and Ammunition Around Children
CHAPTER EIGHT – TRAVELING WITH FIREARMS
AND PROHIBITED PLACES
- Carrying Loaded Rifle or Shotgun in Vehicle
- Possession of Dangerous Weapon on Property or in Vehicle of
School
- Exemptions to the School Prohibition
- Loitering on or Near School Grounds with Weapon – Federal Law
- Federal Buildings and Courthouses
- Federal Buildings
- Federal Courthouses
- “School Zone” Under Federal Law
- National Parks
- Postal Property
- Interstate Travel with Firearms
- Airline Travel with Firearms
CHAPTER NINE – CONCEALED CARRY PERMITS
- Concealed Carry Permit Term
- Special Circumstances for Revolvers
- No Notice of Expiration from Licensing Authority
- “Shall Issue”
- Permittee Identification While in Possession of Concealed Firearm
- Application for Permit
- CCW Course of Instruction
- Investigation of Applicant for Permit
- Time for Application Process
- Granting of Permit by Sheriff
- Denial of Application by Sheriff
- Suspension of Processing and Potential Denial of Application
- Judicial Review of Denial of Application for Permit
- Revocation of Permit by Sheriff
- Suspension and Potential Revocation of Permit
- Renewal of Permit
- Continued Competency Required
- Expiration of Permit
- Lost or Stolen Concealed Carry Permits
- Temporary Permits
- Change of Address Effect on Permit
- Permittee Authorized to Carry Firearm on Premises of Public Buildings
- Public Buildings Where Permittee May Not Carry Firearm
- Buildings on Grounds of Public Airport
- School Grounds and the Buildings on School Grounds
- Buildings with Metal Detectors or that Otherwise Prohibit Firearms
- Exemptions from Prohibition
- Judges and Those Authorized by the Judge
- Prosecuting Attorney
- Those Employed in Public Building
- Written Permission
- Other Places One May Carry with a Permit
- Confidentiality of Information for Permit and Permit-Holder
- Fees Collected for Permits
- Civil Immunity Extended to Issuing Authority
- Reciprocity – Other State Permits That Nevada Recognizes
- Reciprocity – Other States that Recognize Nevada Permits
- Las Vegas / Clark County Concealed Firearms Permit v. Registration
- Permit Fees
CHAPTER TEN – OPEN CARRY OF A HANDGUN IN NEVADA
CHAPTER ELEVEN – ENCOUNTERS WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT
AND PROPERTY SEIZED BY LAW ENFORCEMENT
- Encounters with Law Enforcement
- Firearms in the Custody of Law Enforcement
CHAPTER TWELVE – SELF-DEFENSE AND DEFENSE
OF PROPERTY
- Justifiable Homicide
- Intruder in Home
- Defense of Self and Others
- Killing in Self-Defense
- “Bare Fear” Sufficient
- Duty to Retreat
- Self-Defense in Fight Scenarios that Escalate to a Killing or Use of Deadly Force
CHAPTER THIRTEEN – BUYING OR TRANSFERRING
FIREARMS IN NEVADA
- Las Vegas Firearms Registration
- Registration Process
- Private-Party Transfer Background Check
- Sales of Rifles and Shotguns to Nevada Residents in Contiguous States
- Sales of Rifles and Shotguns in Nevada to Residents in Contiguous States
CHAPTER FOURTEEN – MISCELLANEOUS LAWS
- Shooting Range as Nuisance
- Limitations on Basis of Liability of Manufacturers and Distributors of Firearms and Ammunition
- Health Care Providers Report of Firearm or Knife Injury
CHAPTER FIFTEEN – FIREARMS SAFETY
CONSIDERATIONS
- Basic Firearms Safety Considerations
- Additional Safety Considerations
- Safety Considerations and Children
- Final Safety Considerations
CHAPTER SIXTEEN – FIREARMS COMPETENCY
- All Firearms Owners and Their Family Should Seek
Training
APPENDIX ONE – GLOSSARY
APPENDIX TWO – NEVADA REVISED STATUTES – QUICK INDEX
APPENDIX THREE – NEVADA REVISED STATUTES
APPENDIX FOUR – NEVADA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
APPENDIX FIVE – UNITED STATES CODE – SELECTED SECTIONS
APPENDIX SIX – FAMOUS QUOTES