Bill > AB283

This bill revises Nevada's existing laws governing summary evictions, establishing new procedures for landlords seeking to remove tenants who have either defaulted on rent or are considered unlawful detainers (occupants who remain in a property after violating lease terms). The bill introduces more structured and detailed processes for eviction proceedings, requiring landlords to provide specific written notices to tenants, file precise affidavits with the court, and follow a clear timeline for service and response. Key changes include mandating that landlords file an affidavit of complaint after a tenant fails to comply with an initial notice, serve the tenant with a summons and complaint, and allow tenants 7 judicial days to file an answer. If no answer is filed, the court can issue a summary removal order without a hearing. The bill also provides additional protections for tenants, such as preventing landlords from refusing rent under certain conditions and establishing procedures for tenants to dispute eviction-related costs or challenge the reasonableness of a landlord's actions. These new provisions will apply to summary eviction actions starting October 1, 2025, and explicitly do not apply to commercial properties, mobile home lots, or tenants who are government workers during a shutdown.