Chain and traction law · Nevada

Do I need chains in Nevada?

Nevada's chain rules are in NRS 484D.515 and 484D.520. NDOT posts them by sign. There are no fixed dates. NV Roads carries current requirements. Below: the chain and traction reports in the NVRoads feed right now, then the law, each item linked to the official page it comes from.

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Questions, answered

Do I need chains in Nevada?

Nevada's chain rules are in NRS 484D.515 and 484D.520. NDOT posts them by sign. There are no fixed dates. NV Roads carries current requirements. The levels, rules and fines on this page are linked to the official source. The sign on the road is the rule that applies.

What is the fine for ignoring a chain rule in Nevada?

A violation is a civil infraction, not a misdemeanor. The civil penalty is up to $500 per violation, plus administrative assessments.

Where do I check the current chain requirement in Nevada?

NVRoads posts current requirements. The block at the top of this page reads the NVRoads feed every five minutes and lists chain and traction reports. If the feed cannot be reached, the page says so.

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