Nevada Revised Statutes Section 127.220 - Domestic Relations
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Definitions. As used in NRS 127.220 to 127.310, inclusive, unless the context otherwise requires: 1. “Agency which provides child welfare services” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 432B.030. 2. “Arrange the placement of a child” means to make preparations for or bring about any agreement or understanding concerning the adoption of a child. 3. “Child-placing agency” means a nonprofit corporation organized pursuant to chapter 82 of NRS, and licensed by the Division to place children for adoption or permanent free care. 4. “Person” includes a hospital. 5. “Recommend the placement of a child” means to suggest to a child-placing agency that a prospective adoptive parent be allowed to adopt a specific child, born or in utero.
Last modified: February 25, 2006
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