Nebraska Administrative Code Topic - ABSTRACTERS BOARD OF EXAMINERS
Here’s an overview of the Nebraska Administrative Code regarding the Abstracters Board of Examiners (codified as Title 1 of the Administrative Code). These regulations establish and govern the licensing, regulation, and oversight of abstracters in Nebraska:
📘 Title 1 – Nebraska Abstracters Board of Examiners
Rule 1 – General
– Definitions, Board jurisdiction, structure, and scope (sections 1‑1‑001 to 1‑1‑008) (law.cornell.edu)
Rule 2 – Applicants
– Requirements for individuals seeking a registration certificate or firms applying for a certificate of authority
– Section 1‑2‑003 defines “Applicant for Certificate of Authority” as any entity in the abstracting business employing a registered abstracter (regulations.justia.com)
Rule 3 – Certificate of Registration
– Standards and qualifications for individuals to register (sections 1‑3‑001 to 1‑3‑013)
Rule 4 – Registration Renewals
– Procedures and deadlines for renewing individual registration certificates (sections 1‑4‑001 to 1‑4‑008) (law.cornell.edu)
Rule 5 – Certificate of Authority
– Rules governing business entities applying for abstracting authority (sections 1‑5‑001 to 1‑5‑007) (law.cornell.edu)
Rule 6 – Authority Renewals
– Renewal guidelines for businesses holding a certificate of authority (sections 1‑6‑001 to 1‑6‑005)
Rule 7 – Examinations
– Structure, content, scheduling, and administration of the licensing exam (sections 1‑7‑001 to 1‑7‑012) (law.cornell.edu)
Rule 8 – Professional Development
– Continuing education expectations and credits for license renewal (sections 1‑8‑001 to 1‑8‑004) (law.cornell.edu)
Rule 9 – Complaints and Disciplinary Action
– Grounds and process for complaints, investigations, and disciplinary measures (sections 1‑9‑001 to 1‑9‑006) (nebraskalegislature.gov)
Rule 10 – Hearings
– Formal hearing procedures including notices, evidence, appeals (sections 1‑10‑001 to 1‑10‑018)
🏛️ Board Authority & Structure
– Created under Nebraska Revised Statutes §76‑540, the Board consists of five members appointed by the Governor:
• Three registered abstracters with ≥5 years’ experience
• One attorney experienced in real estate law
• One public representative
– Members serve five-year terms, with geographic member distribution requirements (nebraskalegislature.gov, en.wikipedia.org)
– The Board examines, licenses, regulates, and disciplines abstracters and firms (abstracters.nebraska.gov)
📚 Statutes & Exam Info
– Under Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 76‑502–76‑558, the Abstracters Act establishes the statutory framework for licensing and regulation (abstracters.nebraska.gov)
– Exams are administered twice yearly (typically May and October), covering general knowledge, county court proceedings, and more (abstracters.nebraska.gov)
✅ How to Access the Regulations
A full outline of Title 1, Rules 1–10 is available via Justia or Cornell LII (regulations.justia.com)
The regulations are current through May 7, 2025 for certain sections (e.g., Rule 2) (regulations.justia.com)
Summary Table
Rule
Topics
Rule 1
General provisions
Rule 2
Applicant qualifications
Rule 3
Individual registration
Rule 4
Registration renewals
Rule 5
Business authority
Rule 6
Business renewals
Rule 7
Licensing examinations
Rule 8
Continuing education
Rule 9
Complaints & discipline
Rule 10
Hearing procedures
🔎 What You Can Do Next
Review Rule 7 closely for exam content, structure, and preparation guidelines.
Consult Rule 8 to understand continuing education credit requirements.
Access Rules online via sources like Justia or Cornell LII to view full regulatory text.
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