§ 427A.125 Creation of Office; appointment; classification; duties and powers
§ 427A.127 Appointment and classification of advocates to assist Ombudsman; Ombudsman authorized to create volunteer advocacy program and appoint volunteer advocates
§ 427A.135 Investigation; entry into facility; interference prohibited; penalty; right of recipient concerning visits with Ombudsman or advocate; immunity for investigations performed by Ombudsman or advocate
§ 427A.137 Investigation of complaint involving recipient
§ 427A.138 Retaliation prohibited; penalty
§ 427A.145 Conduct of investigation
§ 427A.155 Referral of results of investigation to appropriate agency; notification of disposition
§ 427A.165 Regulations
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Terms Used In Nevada Revised Statutes > Chapter 427A > State Long-Term Care Ombudsman

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
  • 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