Nevada Courts and Judges

Find information on NV courts and Nevada judges to assist you with your case

A basic knowledge of the Nevada court system can be very beneficial if you ever find yourself in the courtroom. All too often individuals and businesses find the need to file a lawsuit, or are at the receiving end of a lawsuit, and their lack of knowledge on how the court system works leaves them lost in the proceedings. Regardless of the circumstances that put you there, it helps to understand the court process and know a little about the individual overseeing your case.

It’s important to understand that there are multiple courts in each state that oversee different types of cases. Each of these courts has Nevada state judges that administer the law and case process. When considering Nevada courts and judges, keep the following in mind:

1. Many court websites provide forms to assist you in filing a case in district courts in Nevada.

2. The Supreme Court only hears appellate cases and has seven appointed NV judges.

3. You can find information on bankruptcy court cases in Nevada using the nationwide Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) system.

 

Perform a Nevada court search to locate your local courthouse

The lowest tier of the Nevada court system includes 48 justice courts and 17 municipal courts. Justice courts handle minor misdemeanor cases, traffic violations and civil cases up to $10,000. The municipal courts also handle minor misdemeanors and have exclusive jurisdiction on cases involving ordinance violations. The small claims court in Nevada is part of both courts, with municipal courts handling cases up to $2,500 and justice courts up to $5,000. In the next tier of the court system are the district courts, located in each of the 17 Nevada counties. These courts oversee criminal cases and civil matters over $10,000. They also have exclusive jurisdiction in probate, domestic relations and juvenile matters.
Try: Connect to a U.S. district court in Nevada website through the National Center for State Courts. The Supreme Court of Nevada provides links to justice and municipal court websites. Download PDF or Word document versions of case forms from county websites, such as the Clark County Courts.

File an appeal in the Nevada court system

The purpose of an appellate court is to review the trial transcript and original evidence of a case to determine if there were any errors in the original case decision. There are no witnesses, jurors or new evidence in a case heard before an appellate court. District courts have exclusive jurisdiction on initial appeals filed in both civil and criminal matters. The seven judges on the Nevada Supreme Court hear appeals filed on decisions made by district courts or through the appointment of initial filings.
Try: Access biographical information for NV judges of the Supreme Court on the The Supreme Court of Nevada website. Hire an attorney to assist you with your appellate case, such as Tami D. Cowden. Learn more about Attorney Cowden, her practice, and general appellate law on the Appealing in Nevada website.

Access records from bankruptcy courts of Nevada

Whether you need to search for a bankruptcy filing on a debtor or determine if bankruptcy is an option for you or your company, the Nevada Bankruptcy Courts can assist you with both. The Nevada bankruptcy court provides information on the basics for bankruptcy filing, contact information for trustees and bankruptcy attorneys and an online search of Nevada bankruptcy records through the PACER system (Public Access to Court Electronic Records).
Try: Obtain basic bankruptcy filing information on the U.S. Bankruptcy Court – District of Nevada website. Visit the bankruptcy court records search provided through the District of Nevada Document Filing System.

 

• Regardless of how much knowledge you have of courts and judges in Nevada, you should hire an attorney who specializes in your specific type of case.

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