# Nev. Rural JCR 7: Rule 7 . Custody and withdrawal of papers, records, and exhibits

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_NV_JCR_RURAL_R7

## Section

- **Citation:** Nev. Rural JCR 7
- **Heading:** Rule 7 . Custody and withdrawal of papers, records, and exhibits
- **Jurisdiction:** Nevada
- **Kind:** Court rules
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Nevada Court Rules / Local Rules of Practice for the Rural Justice Courts in the State of Nevada / Rule 7

## Text

1. The clerk shall have custody of the records and papers of the court. He shall not permit any original record, paper, or exhibit to be taken from the courtroom, judge’s chambers, or from his office, except at the direction of the court or as provided by statute or these rules. 2. Papers, records, or exhibits belonging to the files of the court may be temporarily withdrawn from the office and custody of the clerk for a limited time upon the special order of the judge in writing, specifying the record, paper, or exhibit, and limiting the time the same may be retained. A receipt shall be given for any paper, record, or exhibit so withdrawn from the files. 3. Models, diagrams, and exhibits of material forming part of the evidence taken in a case may be withdrawn by order of the court in the following manner: (a) By stipulation of the parties. (b) By motion made after notice of the adverse party. (c) After a judgment is final, by the party introducing the same in evidence, unless the model, diagram, or exhibit is obtained from the adverse party. If any model, diagram, or exhibit is withdrawn under this subparagraph (c), the party or attorney who withdraws the same shall file an affidavit with the clerk to the effect that the person who withdraws it is the owner of, or lawfully entitled to, the possession of the model, diagram, or exhibit.

## Nearby sections

- [Nev. Rural JCR 2 Rule 2 . Definitions of words and terms. In these rules, unless the context or subject matter otherwise requires:](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_NV_JCR_RURAL_R2.md)
- [Nev. Rural JCR 6 Rule 6 . Duties of bailiff. During the time the court remains in session, the bailiff, if there is one, or the sheriff, constable, marshal, or deputy in attendance pursuant to order of the justice of the peace if there is no bailiff, shall:](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_NV_JCR_RURAL_R6.md)
- [Nev. Rural JCR 7 Rule 7 . Custody and withdrawal of papers, records, and exhibits.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_NV_JCR_RURAL_R7.md)
- [Nev. Rural JCR 9 Rule 9 . Motions: Procedure for making motions; affidavits; renewal, rehearing of motions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_NV_JCR_RURAL_R9.md)
- [Nev. Rural JCR 10 Rule 10 . Motions for continuance: Contents, service of affidavits; counter-affidavits; argument.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_NV_JCR_RURAL_R10.md)
- [Nev. Rural JCR 12 Rule 12 . Withdrawal or change of counsel.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_NV_JCR_RURAL_R12.md)
- [Nev. Rural JCR 17 Rule 17 . Sanctions for noncompliance. If a party or an attorney fails, refuses, or neglects to comply with these rules, the Supreme Court Rules, the Justice Court Rules of Civil Procedure, the orders of the court, or any other statutory requirements, the court may, after notice and an opportunity to be heard, impose any and all sanctions authorized by statute or rule, including but not limited to the following:](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_NV_JCR_RURAL_R17.md)
- [Nev. Rural JCR 18 Rule 18 . Release and detention pending judicial proceedings.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_NV_JCR_RURAL_R18.md)

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