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2021 Nevada Revised Statutes
Chapter 11 - Limitation of Actions
NRS 11.140 - What constitutes adverse possession under claim of title not founded on written instrument.

Universal Citation:
NV Rev Stat § 11.140 (2021)
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For the purpose of constituting an adverse possession, by a person claiming title, not founded upon a written instrument, judgment or decree, land shall be deemed to have been possessed and occupied in the following cases only:

1. Where it has been protected by a substantial enclosure.

2. Where it has been usually cultivated or improved.

[1911 CPA § 17; RL § 4959; NCL § 8516]

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