Nev. Rev. Stat. §§ 40.215–40.425 § 40.250
Unlawful detainer: Possession after expiration of term.
Operative Text
A tenant of real property or a mobile home for a term less than life is guilty of an unlawful detainer when the tenant continues in possession, in person or by subtenant, of the property or mobile home or any part thereof, after the expiration of the term for which it is let to the tenant. In all cases where real property is leased for a specified term or period, or by express or implied contract, whether written or parol, the tenancy terminates without notice at the expiration of the specified term or period.
Under Nevada Revised Statutes § 40.250, a tenant who remains on a property or in a mobile home after the agreed lease term has ended—whether personally or through a subtenant—is considered to be in unlawful detainer. When a lease is for a fixed term, the tenancy ends automatically at the close of that term, regardless of whether the landlord provides any formal notice. This rule applies to both written and oral lease agreements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Nev. Rev. Stat. § 40.250, when a fixed-term lease expires, the tenancy ends by operation of law without any additional notice requirement on the landlord's part. Compliant operators typically document the lease end date clearly in the rental agreement and communicate move-out expectations to tenants well in advance of that date. If a tenant remains in possession after the term expires, the landlord generally has grounds to pursue an unlawful detainer action through the courts.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Nevada Revised Statutes § 40.250 establishes that a fixed-term tenancy ends automatically on the lease's expiration date, meaning a tenant who stays beyond that date may be subject to an unlawful detainer proceeding. Tenants in this situation may have defenses available depending on the specific circumstances, such as whether a new tenancy was created by the landlord's acceptance of rent after the term ended. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service familiar with Nevada law can help a tenant understand what options may be available under § 40.250.
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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