Nev. Rev. Stat. ch. 118 § 118.065
“Familial status” defined.
Operative Text
“Familial status” means the fact that a person: 1. Lives with a child under the age of 18 and has: (a) Lawful custody of the child; or (b) Written permission to live with the child from the person who has lawful custody of the child; 2. Is pregnant; or 3. Has begun a proceeding to adopt or otherwise obtain lawful custody of a child.
Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 118, Section 118.065 establishes what the term 'familial status' means for purposes of state housing law. The definition covers three situations: living with a minor child under lawful custody or with written permission from a custodian, being pregnant, or having started an adoption or custody proceeding. This classification is foundational to anti-discrimination protections, meaning housing decisions cannot lawfully be made on the basis of these characteristics.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118.065, compliant property owners and managers treat applicants and residents who fall within the defined categories of familial status — including those living with children under 18, pregnant individuals, and those pursuing adoption or custody — the same as any other applicant or resident. Operators generally review their screening criteria, occupancy policies, and lease terms to ensure none of these characteristics serve as a basis for denial, different terms, or other adverse treatment. Maintaining consistent, documented standards across all applicants helps demonstrate compliance with the familial status definition established in this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118.065 defines 'familial status' as a protected characteristic under Nevada housing law, which means tenants and applicants who are pregnant, living with a child under 18, or pursuing adoption or custody have legal standing to challenge housing decisions made on that basis. If a landlord's actions — such as refusing to rent, imposing different terms, or threatening eviction — appear connected to one of these characteristics, that may constitute a violation of state housing anti-discrimination law. Tenants in this situation can explore options such as filing a complaint with a relevant fair housing agency, contacting a local tenant-rights organization, or consulting a licensed attorney familiar with Nevada housing law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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