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What constitutes adverse possession under claim of title not founded on written instrument

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NV Code › Title 2 › Chapter 11 › Section 11.140

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For the purpose of constituting an adverse possession, by a person claiming title, not founded upon a written instrument, judgment or decree, land shall be deemed to have been possessed and occupied in the following cases only:

1. Where it has been protected by a substantial enclosure.

2. Where it has been usually cultivated or improved.

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