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Key Facts: NV POST Exam
~75%
Pass Rate
Estimated
70%
Passing Score
NV POST Commission
100
Practice Questions
OpenExamPrep
2 hrs
Exam Duration
NV POST Commission
The NV POST exam has 100 questions in 2 hours, requiring 70% to pass. Covers Nevada criminal law under NRS Title 15, constitutional law, patrol operations, use of force, and professional policing standards including AB 236 criminal justice reform topics.
About the NV POST Exam
The Nevada POST exam is required for all peace officer candidates in Nevada. It covers Nevada criminal law under NRS Title 15 (Crimes and Punishments), constitutional procedures, patrol operations, use of force under AB 236 sentencing reform provisions, and professional standards as mandated by the NV POST Commission.
Questions
100 scored questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
70%
Exam Fee
$50 (Nevada Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission (NV POST))
NV POST Exam Content Outline
Nevada Criminal Law
Nevada Revised Statutes Title 15, elements of crimes, felony and gross misdemeanor classifications, defenses, and sentencing under Nevada law including AB 236 reforms
Constitutional Law & Procedure
Search and seizure, Miranda, arrest procedures, warrants, and due process as applied in Nevada courts
Patrol & Traffic Operations
Traffic stops, DUI enforcement under NRS 484C, accident investigation, and patrol techniques for urban and rural Nevada
Use of Force & Defensive Tactics
Force continuum, de-escalation, deadly force standards under Nevada law, duty to render aid, and less-lethal options
Professional Standards
Ethics, community policing, report writing, cultural awareness, and officer conduct per NV POST standards
How to Pass the NV POST Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours
- Exam fee: $50
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NV POST passing score?
The Nevada POST exam requires a minimum score of 70% to pass. Candidates must demonstrate competency across all tested subject areas including Nevada criminal law and patrol procedures.
How hard is the Nevada peace officer exam?
The NV POST exam is considered moderately difficult. It requires thorough knowledge of Nevada Revised Statutes, particularly Title 15 covering crimes and punishments, as well as AB 236 sentencing reforms. Most candidates who complete academy training pass on their first attempt.
What are the prerequisites for the NV POST exam?
Candidates must complete a Nevada POST-approved basic training academy. Additional requirements include being at least 21 years old, having a high school diploma or GED, passing a background check, medical examination, psychological evaluation, and physical fitness test.
What is AB 236 and how does it affect the exam?
AB 236 is Nevada's criminal justice reform bill that reclassified certain offenses, modified sentencing guidelines, and created new diversion programs. Knowledge of these changes and their impact on arrest and charging decisions is tested on the NV POST exam.