Nevada Statutes, Rules, and Regulations Governing Court Reporters
Domain 6: Nevada Statutes, Rules, and Regulations Governing Court Reporters
This domain tests the Nevada-specific legal framework. The core statute is NRS Chapter 656, which governs court reporters and court reporting, together with rules and orders of the Nevada Supreme Court and the Board that administers certification.
What to know
- Nevada uses the Certified Court Reporter (CCR) credential; practice without certification is restricted by statute.
- Certification requires meeting the Board's examination, oath, renewal, and continuing education requirements.
- Reporters may administer oaths in deposition and other authorized proceedings.
- Grounds for discipline include false certification, inaccurate transcripts, unauthorized practice, and confidentiality breaches.
- The Supreme Court retains authority over certified reporters and can suspend or revoke certification.
Worked example
A person who has passed a national exam but has not obtained Nevada certification is asked to report a Nevada district court deposition. Passing another state's or national exam does not automatically authorize Nevada practice. The correct answer is to verify Nevada certification status before accepting the assignment. If the person is not certified, the deposition officer must be properly qualified under Nevada law.
Traps that cost marks
Assuming reciprocity with California or another state; treating a national credential as a Nevada license; ignoring renewal or continuing education deadlines; and failing to follow Nevada-specific oath and certificate requirements. Because statutes and Board rules change, candidates should know the structure and the current Nevada publication-not just a memorized number.