Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 217 - Aid to Certain Victims of Crime
Here’s a detailed overview of Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) Chapter 217 — Aid to Certain Victims of Crime, which implements portions of NRS Chapter 217 focused mainly on providing a “fictitious address” to protect victims:
🛡️ NAC 217.100 – Fictitious-address applications
Any person eligible under NRS 217.462 (victim of domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual assault, or stalking) must complete their fictitious‑address application with the assistance of a designated victim‑support organization ‐ typically a nonprofit or agency certified to help survivors.
That organization must:
Aid in completing and reviewing the application,
Advise the Secretary of State whether sufficient evidence of victim status is included, and
Forward the application for official approval (dcfs.nv.gov).
📬 NAC 217.110 – Process‑service protocol for participants
If someone in the program becomes involved in legal proceedings, and service of process is served via the Secretary of State:
The Secretary must mail the documents to the participant by certified mail,
And do so within 24 hours of accepting service (law.cornell.edu).
🧩 Context & Statutory Framework
These administrative rules support statutory protections in NRS 217.462–217.471, which govern:
Eligibility requirements,
Application and approval timelines,
Confidentiality,
Mail forwarding,
Address cancellation after four years (or sooner in certain situations) (dcfs.nv.gov).
✅ Practical Implications
You can’t self‑file — applications must be submitted with help from a certified victim‑service provider.
Once enrolled, legal documents can still be served, but will be safely forwarded to your confidential address.
It ensures victims can participate in court without jeopardizing their location’s privacy.
👣 Next Steps
Confirm eligibility under NRS 217.462–217.471 (e.g., type of victimization, available evidence).
Reach out to a certified victim‑assistance organization to prepare and submit the application.
Once approved, you'll receive a fictitious address that can be used for official correspondence and legal service.
Understand that the protection lasts up to 4 years, with options to extend under continued threat.
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