NRS 503.454: Trapping license required; unlawful to remove or disturb trap, snare or similar device of licensee; exceptions.

1. Every person who takes fur-bearing mammals by trap, snare or similar device or unprotected mammals by trapping or sells raw furs for profit shall procure a trapping license.

2. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 3, it is unlawful to remove or disturb the trap, snare or similar device of any holder of a trapping license while the trap, snare or similar device is being legally used by the holder on public land or on land where the holder has permission to trap.

3. A person may:

(a) Remove or disturb a trap, snare or similar device if the trap, snare or similar device creates an immediate risk of physical injury or death to any person or animal accompanying a person.

(b) Release any person or animal accompanying a person from a trap, snare or similar device in which the person or animal is caught.