How are fraudulent filings handled?
Pursuant to NRS 239.330, any person who knowingly offers any false or forged instrument for filing in this office is guilty of a category C felony and shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for a minimum term of not less than 1 year and a maximum term of not more than 5 years and may be further punished by a fine of not more than $10,000. Additionally, any person who knowingly offers any false or forged instrument for filing in this office may also be subject to civil liability.
Questions? Call the Secretary of State's Office at (775) 684-5708 or email support@nvsilverflume.gov.
This FAQ is posted at SilverFlume Nevada's Business Portal at www.nvsilverflume.gov.
