2022 Nevada Revised Statutes
Chapter 179 - Special Proceedings of a Criminal Nature; Sealing Records of Criminal Proceedings; Rewards; Forms
NRS 179.079 - Additional requirements for execution of no-knock warrant.
In addition to the requirements for the execution of a search warrant described in NRS 179.075 and 179.077, if the search warrant is a no-knock warrant, the peace officers involved in the execution of the no-knock warrant shall:
1. Before executing the no-knock warrant, determine whether the circumstances necessitate that the search be effectuated in the manner prescribed by the no-knock warrant and, if they do not, the peace officers shall not effectuate the search in such a manner; and
2. In executing the no-knock warrant:
(a) Wear prominent insignia that renders the peace officers readily identifiable as peace officers;
(b) Wear a portable event recording device in accordance with the requirements described in NRS 289.830;
(c) Use only the amount of force reasonably necessary to enter the premises; and
(d) As soon as practicable after entering the premises, identify the presence of the peace officers and state the purpose of the peace officers for entering the premises.
(Added to NRS by 2021, 196)
