As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, the words and terms defined in NRS 357.020 to 357.030, inclusive, have the meanings ascribed to them in those sections. (Added to NRS by 1999, 824; A 2013, 1044)
1. “Claim” means any request or demand, regardless of whether it is made under a contract or otherwise, for money, property or services, regardless of whether the State or a political subdivision has title to the money or property, that is: (a) Presented to an officer, employee or agent of this state or of a […]
“Material” means having a natural tendency to influence or be capable of influencing the payment or receipt of money, property or services. (Added to NRS by 2013, 1043)
“Obligation” means any established duty, regardless of whether the duty is a fixed duty, arising from: 1. An express or implied contractual relationship; 2. A relationship between a grantor and a grantee; 3. A relationship between a licensor and a licensee; 4. A fee-based or similar relationship; 5. A statute or regulation; or 6. The […]
“Original source” means a person: 1. Who voluntarily discloses to the State or a political subdivision the information on which the allegations or transactions in an action for a false claim are based before the public disclosure of the information; or 2. Who has knowledge of information that is independent of and materially adds to […]
“Political subdivision” means a county, city, assessment district or any other local government as defined in NRS 354.474. (Added to NRS by 1999, 824)
