Nevada Revised Statutes 196.010 – Treason
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1. Treason against the people of the State consists in:
Attorney's Note
Under the Nevada Revised Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| category B felony | 1 to 20 years |
Terms Used In Nevada Revised Statutes 196.010
- person: means a natural person, any form of business or social organization and any other nongovernmental legal entity including, but not limited to, a corporation, partnership, association, trust or unincorporated organization. See Nevada Revised Statutes 0.039
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
(a) Levying war against the people of the State;
(b) Adhering to its enemies; or
(c) Giving them aid and comfort.
2. Treason is a category B felony and is punishable by imprisonment in the state prison for a minimum term of not less than 2 years and a maximum term of not more than 10 years.
3. A person must not be convicted for treason unless upon the testimony of two witnesses to the same overt act or by confession in open court.