Advance Directive

Nevada’s Advance Directive form authorizes a healthcare proxy and specifies an individual’s living and last will. The form must be signed by the individual, proxy, and two witnesses.

How to Order a Death Certificate

Only the deceased’s immediate family members and legal representatives can order a death certificate in Nevada. Proof of relation is required.

The following information is necessary for application:

• Deceased’s name and social security number
• Date and place of death
• Names of deceased’s parents and mother’s maiden name
• Applicant’s name and address
• Applicant’s relation to the decease and its proof
• Copy of applicant’s government-issued ID
• The purpose for request and its proof

The price of a certificate along with a search fee and a certified copy ranges from $22 to $25 depending on the county.

The application with the fee can be sent to:

Office of Vital Records

4150 Technology Way, Suite 104

Carson City, NV 89706

Digital Estate Planning Laws

SB 131 Act authorizes an individual’s legal representative who can access and control their digital assets and communications. This bill came into effect on October 1, 2013.

Death With Dignity or Aid-in-Dying or Physician-Assisted Death

Nevada is currently reviewing a bill regarding death with dignity. The bill’s progress can be tracked here.

Organ Donation Registry

Nevada’s organ donation registry can be accessed here.

Provider Orders for Life sustaining Treatment (POLST)

Nevada’s POLST form must be completed only after a conversation with a patient or their representative. It’s necessary for patients who are at risk of a life-threatening clinical event due to a life-limiting medical condition.

Probate Laws

Information on Nevada’s legislation on a decedent’s will regarding their estate and other assets can be found in Title 12: Wills and Estates or Deceased Persons.

Estate and Inheritance Tax

Nevada has no estate or inheritance tax for the property of persons dying after 2004.