Type of Intervention: Executive Order
Sectors Involved: Local Government
Level of Jurisdiction: NV
Lead People/Agency: Governor Steve Sisolak
Overview: COVID-19 Declaration of Emergency Directive 020 extends the closures of offices of the Board of Parole Commissioners until May 31st, or once State offices are again open to the public.
Full details here: http://gov.nv.gov/News/Emergency_Orders/2020/2020-05-21_-_COVID-19_Declaration_of_Emergency_Directive_020/
Type of Justification: Advice of INTERNAL government advisory committee or group, Advice of EXTERNAL expert advisor or advisory committee, Learning from other jurisdictions, Perception of an increased threat
Source of Evidence or Justification: World Health Organisation, National – academic
Evidence/Justification: “Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 414, provides that in times of emergency, the Governor may exercise all powers necessary to promote and secure the safety and protection of the civilian population”