The Governor of Nevada is the chief magistrate of Nevada,[1] the head of the executive department of the state's government,[1] and the commander-in-chief of the state's military forces.[2] The governor has a duty to enforce state laws,[3] and the power to either approve or veto bills passed by the Nevada Legislature,[4] to convene the legislature at any time,[5] and, except in cases of treason or impeachment, to grant pardons and reprieves.[6]
The governor has a four-year term.[7] To be elected governor, a person must be at least 25 years old, and must have been a citizen of Nevada for at least two years, at the time of election.[8] The Lieutenant Governor of Nevada is not elected on the same ticket as the governor.
The current Governor is Republican Brian Sandoval.