Clark County Court Records

Clark County court records contain information about legal proceedings filed or adjudicated in Clark County, Nevada. Typically, these records include case filings, court orders, judgments, hearing transcripts, etc. Persons who obtain court records can expect information about the parties involved, attorneys, case numbers, dates, and procedural steps taken during the litigation.

Court records document judicial actions and decisions and provide valuable insights into legal history and precedent. Researchers, legal professionals, historians, and the public often rely on these records for various purposes, such as analyzing legal trends, verifying legal statuses, and accessing historical legal data.

Are Court Records Public in Clark County?

Yes. According to the Nevada Public Records Act (NPRA), Clark County court files are generally accessible. The NPRA emphasizes transparency in government and grants individuals the right to request public records, including court documents, through both written and verbal means. However, certain records, such as those related to juvenile cases, adoptions, mental health proceedings, and other confidential matters, may be restricted for various reasons.

Clark County Court Records Search

Interested parties can perform a Clark court records search at the following places:

• Clark County Courts online portals
• Physical courthouse visits
• Third-party aggregator sites.

Clark County Court Records Search by Name

To do a name-based search for any court record in Clark County, individuals can follow the following steps:

• Visit the Clark County Courts Smart Search website.
• Enter the subject's name in the format of Last Name, First Name, Middle Name, and Suffix.
• Look through the results.

Clark County Courts

Clark County has District Courts for major civil and criminal cases, Justice Courts for misdemeanors and small claims, and Municipal Courts for traffic and minor offenses. The Family Court handles domestic matters, with the Eighth Judicial District Court overseeing estate-related proceedings.

Below is a list of county court locations:

District Courts in Clark County:
Clark County District Court
Regional Justice Center
200 Lewis Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89101
Phone: (702) 671-4528
This Center houses both the Civil and Criminal Divisions of the District Court.

Clark County Family Courts
Family Court and Services Center
601 North Pecos Road
Las Vegas, NV 89101
Phone: (702) 455-2385

Clark County Justice Courts:
Boulder Township Justice Court
501 Avenue G
Boulder City, NV 89005
Phone: (702) 455-8000

Bunkerville Township Justice Court
190 West Virgin Street
P.O. Box 7185
Bunkerville, NV 89007
Phone: (702) 346-5711

Goodsprings Township Justice Court
23120 South Las Vegas Boulevard
P.O. Box 19155
Jean, NV 89019
Phone: (702) 874-1405

Henderson Township Justice Court
243 Water Street
Henderson, NV 89015
Phone: (702) 455-7951

Las Vegas Township Justice Court
Regional Justice Center
200 Lewis Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89155
Phone: (702) 671- 3116

Laughlin Township Justice Court
101 Civic Way, Suite 2
Laughlin, NV 89029
Phone: (702) 298-4622

Mesquite Township Justice Court
500 Hillside Drive
Mesquite, NV 89027
Phone: (702) 346-5298

Moapa Township Justice Court
1340 East Highway 168
P.O. Box 280
Moapa, NV 89025
Phone: (702) 864-2333

Moapa Valley Justice Court
P.O. Box 337
Overton, NV 89040
Phone: (702) 397-2840

North Las Vegas Justice Court
2428 North Martin Luther King Boulevard
North Las Vegas, NV 89032
Phone: 702 455 -7801

Searchlight Township Justice Court
1090 Cottonwood Cove Road
P.O. Box 815
Searchlight, NV 89046
Phone: (702) 297-1252

Clark County Municipal Courts:
Boulder City Municipal Court
501 Avenue G
Boulder City, NV 89005
Phone: (702) 293-9278

Henderson Municipal Court
243 Water Street
P.O. Box 95050
Henderson, NV 89009
Phone: (702) 267-3300

Las Vegas Municipal Court
Regional Justice Center
200 Lewis Avenue
P.O. Box 3950
Las Vegas, NV 89127
Phone: (702) 382-6878

Mesquite Municipal Court
Mesquite Justice Facility
500 Hillside Drive
Mesquite, NV 89027
Phone: (702) 346-5291

North Las Vegas Municipal Court
2332 Las Vegas Boulevard North
Suite 100
North Las Vegas, NV 89030
Phone: (702) 633-1130

Clark County District Court Case Search

The Eighth Judicial District Court has jurisdiction over civil, criminal, family, and probate cases in Clark County. This court keeps records from September 1909 to the present; most records from 1990 are accessible online.

To do a court case search:

• Visit the court's website and select “court case lookup”.
• Click on "Smart Search".
• Enter the case number or the subject's name.
• Click "Submit" to access the results.
• Filter through the results to locate the desired information.

Las Vegas Justice Court Records

Chapter 4 of the Nevada Revised Statutes defines the jurisdiction of the Las Vegas Justice Court. The court assesses evidence in felony and gross misdemeanor cases to determine their trial eligibility in District Court. Moreover, the court addresses misdemeanor non-traffic cases, common civil cases (up to $10,000), minor claims (up to $10,000), summary eviction cases, and petitions for temporary protective orders in domestic violence or stalking and harassment.

Interested parties can access court records by visiting the court website and selecting the case search type (civil, criminal, or traffic). Searches can then be filtered by 'case,' 'party,' or 'attorney,' followed by clicking the 'Search' button.

Las Vegas Municipal Court Records

The Las Vegas Municipal Court is primarily concerned with overseeing and adjudicating legal matters pertaining to Las Vegas city ordinances and minor criminal offenses, specifically misdemeanors.

To access court records, individuals can go to the case docket search section on The Las Vegas Municipal Court website. Input the case number in the search field and click "Search". If the case number is unknown, visit the Las Vegas Municipal Court's defendant case history search page to look up a list of cases related to the defendant.

Clark County Criminal Record

Under the Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 239, the public is afforded the fundamental right of prompt access to inspect or receive copies of county law enforcement-held records. This right extends to records maintained by the Nevada State Police.

To obtain criminal history documents such as Clark County arrest records from the Nevada State Police, individuals must submit a request to the Nevada Department of Public Safety, which oversees criminal records in the state.

Note: only subjects of criminal records can request a copy of their Nevada Criminal History Record Information. To access criminal history files, complete and submit the Nevada Records of Criminal History Form. Attach a valid photo ID and a money order or certified check for the $27.00 search fee. Send the application packet to:

Department of Public Safety
Records, Communications, and Compliance Division
333 West Nye Lane #100
Carson City, Nevada 89706.

Clark County Criminal Court Case Lookup

The trial court system in Clark County comprises District Courts, Justice Courts, and Municipal Courts. All three courts handle criminal cases depending on the scope of the case.

The first step in conducting a criminal case information lookup is determining the appropriate court that handled the case within the county.

• For District Court, a 'smart search' is all that is required to access court records. Input the subject’s name and filter the results.
• For county Justice Courts, an online search is also the best way to proceed. For example, The Las Vegas Township Court has a portal for this purpose. Input the case number, then filter the results.
• Municipal Courts without an online search portal, such as the Las Vegas Municipal Court, often require a records request application, usually available on their website.

Get Clark County Civil Court Records

Civil court records relate to legal contract disputes, personal injury claims, property matters, family law, employment issues, and discrimination cases.

All three courts in the Clark County legal system (District Courts, Justice Courts, and Municipal Courts) handle civil cases, making them custodians of county civil court records. Hence, the first step in conducting a civil case information search is identifying the relevant court that handled the case in the county.

• Individuals must only perform a ‘smart search’ for District Court civil case records. Enter the subject’s name and then filter the results.
• County Justice Court civil case records can be accessed conveniently through online searches. The Las Vegas Township Court, for instance, provides a dedicated record search portal.
• Municipal Courts like the Las Vegas Municipal Court typically require requestors to submit a mail-in records request application.

Clark County Family Court Records

Family court records in Clark County cover various family law cases, like divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support (alimony), paternity, adoption, domestic violence protection orders, and matters related to juvenile delinquency and dependency. These records detail legal proceedings, judgments, orders, agreements, and other documents on family-related legal issues heard by the court or its equivalent.

To access Clark County Family Court records, the most efficient route is to use the court's website's "smart search" feature. Simply input the case/record number or subject name to get the desired results.

Clark County Dissolution of Marriage Records

Clark County dissolution of marriage records is under the purview of Clark County Family Courts. Access to these records can be achieved through two methods:

• Utilizing third-party database management websites.
• The most effective method is to use the court's website's "smart search" feature. Enter the case or record number or the subject's name to retrieve the desired results.

Clark County Marriage and Divorce Records

Nevada law designates these records as public and accessible under NRS 239.0101. This ensures individuals' right to access and review marriage and divorce records in Clark County without significant legal barriers. However, certain restrictions may apply, so checking with the relevant county clerk's office for specific details is advisable.

To access marriage records in Clark County, submit a records request to the Clark County Clerk's Office. Similarly, to obtain Clark County divorce records, submit a public records request form to the Clark County Clerk’s Office. Note that an unredacted copy of these records containing confidential details like social security numbers cannot be requested online. They are only accessible to the parties named on the marriage record.

Clark County Clerk’s Office
500 South Grand Central Parkway
Las Vegas, NV 89155.
Phone: (702) 455-0000

Clark County Birth and Death Records

The Southern Nevada Health District is the custodian of Clark County birth records. Requesters can obtain birth certificates online, by mail, or by dropping off their request at the office. All applications must include a valid photo identification of the requestor and proof of relationship if necessary. Incomplete applications will not undergo processing. A non-refundable $10.00 search fee may be charged if a record is not found.

280 South Decatur Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89107
Phone: (702) 759-1000 or (702) 759-1010

Like birth records, individuals can contact The Southern Nevada Clark County Health District's Office of Vital Records to request death records. Requests can be submitted online, via mail, or in person. Interested parties should note that accessing these records requires proof of relationship to the relevant subjects when accessing birth or death records (NRS Chapter 440).

Clark County birth records and death records are crucial for various reasons. Birth records establish identity, citizenship, and eligibility for benefits like social security. Death records help in estate settlement, inheritance claims, insurance processes, and genealogical research.

Clark County Probate Court Records

Probate court cases in Clark County are under The Eighth Judicial District Court’s purview. The court handles estate administration, wills, trusts, and guardianships, etc. To access court custody records, interested parties must go to the court's website and select "court case lookup," then choose "Smart Search". Enter the case number or the subject's name and click "Submit" to view the results.

Clark County Property Records

Clark County property records provide comprehensive details about real estate, including ownership, property tax assessments, sales history, characteristics (size, location, zoning), mortgage/lien info, legal descriptions, and transfer records. They also feature maps, parcel numbers, and boundary information.

The Clark County Assessor’s Office is the custodian of records about real estate and personal property in Clark County. Individuals should visit the Clark County Assessor's website to access property records in Clark County, Nevada. Click on “Property Search” and enter relevant information such as the owner’s name, parcel number, etc. Then, they can click submit and filter through the results.

Clark County Court Records Online

Third-party online resources like courtrecords.us offer convenience in accessing Clark County court records that are public. They provide a user-friendly interface where individuals can search for specific cases by entering relevant details such as case numbers, party names, or dates. These platforms often allow users to view and download court documents directly from their website, saving time and effort.

One advantage of third-party online resources is accessing court files from anywhere with an internet connection, eliminating the need to visit physical courthouses. However, there may be limitations. For example, records containing sensitive information are unavailable and may be outdated or incomplete.