Nevada Statute of Limitations
Time limits for filing civil lawsuits in Nevada. The statute of limitations varies by claim type. Once the deadline passes, you generally cannot file suit.
Data last updated: Apr 16, 2026Key Takeaways
- Written Contracts: 6 years (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 11.190(1)(b)).
- Oral Contracts: 4 years (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 11.190(2)(c)).
- Personal Injury: 2 years (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 11.190(4)(e)).
- Property Damage: 3 years (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 11.190(3)(c)).
Nevada Statute of Limitations by Claim Type
| Claim Type | Time Limit | Statute | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Contracts | 6 years | Nev. Rev. Stat. § 11.190(1)(b) | Accrues on the date of breach. |
| Oral Contracts | 4 years | Nev. Rev. Stat. § 11.190(2)(c) | Accrues on the date of breach. |
| Personal Injury | 2 years | Nev. Rev. Stat. § 11.190(4)(e) | Accrues on the date of injury. |
| Property Damage | 3 years | Nev. Rev. Stat. § 11.190(3)(c) | Accrues when damage occurs. |
| Medical Malpractice | 3 years | Nev. Rev. Stat. § 41A.097 | 1 year from discovery or 3 years from the act, whichever is first. Tolled during the mandatory pre-suit screening process. |
| Debt Collection | 6 years | Nev. Rev. Stat. §§ 11.190(1)(b), 11.190(2)(c) | Written debts: 6 years. Oral debts: 4 years. |
| Fraud | 3 years | Nev. Rev. Stat. § 11.190(3)(d) | 3 years from discovery of the fraud. |
General Notes for Nevada
Nevada provides a 6-year period for written contract claims and shorter periods for torts. Medical malpractice claims require pre-suit screening through the medical screening panel process. The discovery rule applies to fraud and medical malpractice claims.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the statute of limitations for debt in Nevada?
Written debts have a 6-year statute of limitations, while oral debts have a 4-year limit.
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How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Nevada?
You have 2 years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in Nevada.
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What is the medical malpractice screening process in Nevada?
Nevada requires medical malpractice claims to go through a pre-suit screening panel. The statute of limitations is tolled during this process.
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