Property Ownership
What is an 'easement by necessity' in Nevada property law?
AAn easement created by long-term use of another's land
BAn easement created by law when a parcel is landlocked — surrounded by other private land with no access to a public road — granting the owner the right to cross neighboring land for access✓ Correct
CAn easement that expires after the necessity no longer exists in Nevada
DAn easement granted by the state for emergency access to remote areas
Explanation
An easement by necessity arises when a property is landlocked — it has no legal access to a public road except by crossing another's land. Nevada courts recognize these easements as a matter of public policy, as it would be unjust to leave a property owner without any access.
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