Audit

Nevada Legislative Counsel Bureau, Audit Division

NVAD

60/100

Summary

The Nevada Legislative Auditor heads the Audit Division of the Legislative Counsel Bureau and is appointed by the Legislative Commission. The division audits state agencies and programs.

Independence Scorecard

Independence Score: 60/100 (good)
60/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentLegislative appointment
Term lengthNot specified
Removal standardFor cause only
Budget independenceLegislative line item
Subpoena powerYes
Compel testimonyYes
Records accessFull access
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — reports published directly

Statute

Name
Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 218G — Legislative Audits
Citation
Nev. Rev. Stat. §§ 218G.010-218G.610
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

State agencies, programs, and activities