Nevada Non-Compete Statute
NRS 613.195
Regulatory Snapshot: Nevada Non-Compete Statute
Nevada Non-Compete Statute (NRS 613.195) is an enacted law in Nevada under the Employment & Worker Protection category. It was enacted on 2017-06-12 and becomes effective on 2017-06-12. Nevada currently reports 4 tracked regulations with 4 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 34/100 relative to the national baseline. PlainRegWatch last verified this entry on 2026-03-18.
Nationally, 107 states have enacted employment & worker protection statutes and 0 additional bills remain pending — 51 distinct jurisdictions have codified rules in this area so far. That places Nevada within a mature and broadly adopted employment & worker protection landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in NRS 613.195 itself.
Applicability under Nevada Non-Compete Statute: All Nevada employers using non-competes. Penalty exposure is documented as: Courts may reform rather than void. No civil penalty. Notable exemptions: Sale of business. Independent contractors (different analysis)..
Summary
Nevada non-competes must be in writing, supported by consideration. Courts may modify (blue pencil). Cannot be enforced against laid-off workers.
Key Requirements
Written. Consideration required. Cannot enforce against employees laid off without cause. Courts may reform overbroad agreements.
Penalties
Courts may reform rather than void. No civil penalty.
Applicability
All Nevada employers using non-competes.
Exemptions
Sale of business. Independent contractors (different analysis).
Official Source
https://www.leg.state.nv.us/NRS/NRS-613.html#NRS613Sec195Frequently Asked Questions
Which states have employment & worker protection regulations?
As of the last verification, 51 states have enacted employment & worker protection regulations, with 0 additional bills pending across other states. Nevada is among the states that has enacted such legislation. Browse all employment & worker protection regulations at plainregwatch.com for the complete state-by-state comparison.
When was Nevada Non-Compete Statute enacted?
Nevada Non-Compete Statute was enacted on 2017-06-12 and became effective on 2017-06-12. It was introduced as NRS 613.195.
What are the penalties for violating Nevada Non-Compete Statute?
Courts may reform rather than void. No civil penalty. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does Nevada Non-Compete Statute apply to small businesses?
All Nevada employers using non-competes. Many state regulations include thresholds or exemptions for smaller organizations. Review the full applicability criteria and consult legal counsel to determine your obligations.
How does Nevada compare to other states on employment & worker protection?
Nevada has a regulatory strictness score of 34/100, based on 4 enacted regulations out of 4 tracked. Nationally, 51 states have enacted employment & worker protection laws. Visit our state comparison page for a full ranking.
Where can I read the full text of Nevada Non-Compete Statute?
The official text of Nevada Non-Compete Statute (NRS 613.195) is available from the Nevada legislature. PlainRegWatch links to the official source for every tracked regulation. We recommend reviewing the full statute alongside qualified legal counsel for compliance planning.
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