In deciding the amount of bail to impose on a person, the court shall consider:

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Terms Used In Nevada Revised Statutes 178.498

  • Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • 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

1.  The nature and circumstances of the offense charged;

2.  The financial ability of the defendant to give bail;

3.  The character of the defendant; and

4.  The factors listed in NRS 178.4853.