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Las Vegas Arrest Records

Las Vegas arrest records are official documents detailing arrests within the Las Vegas municipality. These documents are created by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD), Las Vegas Marshals, Clark County School District Police Department (CCSDPD), and other law enforcement agencies within Las Vegas. Arrest records show when, where, why, and how individuals were taken into custody.

In Las Vegas, arrests become necessary when law enforcement officers have legal justification that a person committed an arrestable offense, obstructing justice, or is about to flee to avoid prosecution. After arrest and processing, Las Vegas law enforcement agencies may detain arrestees at the Clark County Detention Center (CCDC). This facility is under the supervision of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and houses pretrial detainees and individuals serving sentences for various crimes.

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is the primary custodian of arrest records in Las Vegas, and they make these documents accessible to interested individuals. Additionally, if an arrest within Las Vegas leads to a criminal trial, the information may be accessible as part of Nevada court records.

Are Arrest Records Public in Las Vegas?

Yes, Las Vegas arrest records are generally public. Chapter 239 of the Nevada Revised Statutes stipulates that public books and records are open for inspection unless specific exemptions apply. Notwithstanding, there are definite exemptions that restrict public access to some documents and information to protect privacy, preserve the integrity of ongoing investigations, and comply with other legal requirements. For these reasons, the public cannot access Las Vegas arrest information relating to:

  • Juvenile arrests
  • Ongoing investigations
  • Sealed or expunged records
  • Confidential informants
  • Victim or witness information
  • Domestic violence & protective orders
  • National security or safety
  • Medical and mental health information.

Exempt arrest records in Las Vegas may be accessible to the individuals named in the documents, law enforcement agencies, judges, courts, and defense attorneys. Individuals seeking copies of Las Vegas arrest records should call, mail, or visit the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) Headquarters at:

400 S. Martin Luther King Boulevard,
Las Vegas,
NV 89106
Phone: (702) 828-3111

Las Vegas Arrest Statistics

Between January 2021 and December 2023, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police, the City of Las Vegas Department of Public Safety, and the Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Arson Bomb Unit collectively reported 180,700 arrests, according to FBI database statistics. These arrests included 130,800 males and 49,913 females. In 2023 alone, authorities made 62,117 arrests, which contrasts with 59,426 in 2022 and 59,170 in 2021.
During these three years (January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2023), simple assaults accounted for the highest number of arrests in Las Vegas, making up over 22% (39,568) of all incidents. Law enforcement also conducted a significant number of arrests for DUIs (15,392) and drug-related offenses (15,020).

Find Las Vegas Arrest Records

Individuals seeking access to Las Vegas arrest records should register and sign in to the Las Vegas Police Department's Public Records Request Portal and submit their requests for copies of these documents. Alternatively:

For in-person requests for Las Vegas arrest records, visit the nearest LVMPD area command or the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Headquarters Records & Fingerprint Bureau at:

400 S. Martin Luther King Boulevard, Building C,
Las Vegas,
NV, 89106.

Las Vegas Arrest Records Vs. Criminal Records

Las Vegas arrest and criminal records are distinct but complementary documents. The differences between these records are evident in their contents, legal implications, and impacts on their owners.

Comparison Feature Las Vegas Arrest Records Las Vegas Criminal Records
Definition Arrest records are documentation of the apprehension and detention of individuals for criminal offenses Criminal records are comprehensive details of criminal actions, their prosecutions, and outcomes under the criminal justice system
Type of document Arrest records are law enforcement documents Criminal records are court documents created from law enforcement actions
Content Arrest records contain personal details, booking information, and bail conditions Criminal records encompass arrest records, and documents relating to the prosecution, conviction, and incarceration of individuals for criminal activities
Legal Significance Under Nevada and U.S. laws, arrestees are innocent of the allegations against them until the courts say otherwise Criminal records confirm that the courts find their owners guilty of criminal activities
Social Impacts Arrest records may not have much impact on their owners if they do not result in criminal convictions. Criminal records may jeopardize their owners' job prospects and housing opportunities, and negatively impact their social status.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

According to Nevada law, arrest information stays permanently on records unless the courts seal it. NRS 179.245 grants individuals the right to petition the court for sealing of their arrest records if:

  • There are no criminal charges
  • The arrests result in dismissals or acquittals
  • Owners of arrest records complete court-ordered diversion programs or specialty courts
  • The arrests are not for felony DUI, sex offense against minors, lifetime sex offender registration, or crimes involving deadly weapons.

Las Vegas Arrest Warrants

Arrest warrants in Las Vegas are official documents issued by judges or magistrates of the Las Vegas Municipal Court, Las Vegas Justice Court, or Clark County District Court authorizing law enforcement officers to arrest specific individuals. In Las Vegas, judges and magistrates may issue arrest warrants if peace officers or the District Attorney prove probable cause or submit an affidavit asserting that specific individuals are guilty of criminal acts. The courts may also issue an arrest warrant for failure to appear for arraignment or breach of court orders. A Las Vegas arrest warrant contains:

  • The full name and a sufficient identifying description of the subject
  • Date of issuance
  • Issuing jurisdiction
  • Description of the offense
  • Sections of Nevada Statutes allegedly violated
  • A command to law enforcement to arrest and bring the subject before the court
  • Name and signature of the authorizing judge or magistrate.

Do Las Vegas Arrest Warrants Expire?

In Las Vegas and across the United States, arrest warrants do not have specific expiration dates. Once a judge or magistrate issues an arrest warrant, it will remain active indefinitely unless law enforcement officers apprehend the subject, a court revokes it, or it becomes invalid due to changing circumstances or errors. However, legal and procedural factors may influence the validity of Las Vegas arrest warrants. For instance, an arrest warrant may become invalid due to constitutional rights violations, lack of probable cause, or improper service. Furthermore, a statute of limitations on an offense can limit the time frame for securing an arrest warrant against the offender. Prosecutors must file a case against the individual within the limitation period.

Expunge Las Vegas Arrest Records

In Las Vegas, an arrest record may be eligible for sealing if there are no criminal charges, the arrest results in a dismissal or acquittal, or the owner of the record completes a court-ordered diversion program. Individuals seeking to seal eligible Las Vegas arrest records should:

  • Determine their eligibility for sealing arrest records (note that arrest records for felony DUIs, sex offenses, and violent crimes are not eligible for sealing)
  • Obtain their criminal histories (SCOPE Report) from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department's Records Bureau
  • Submit their SCOPE reports to the Nevada Department of Public Safety and request certificates of eligibility if sealing conviction records
  • File petitions, orders, and affidavits with the appropriate Las Vegas courts (this should include the arrest date, name of the arresting agency, and case number (if known))
  • Serve copies of their petitions to the Clark County District Attorney or Las Vegas Attorney (depending on the location of the courts)
  • Wait for reviews or court hearings. The judges will decide on their petitions. If they are successful, the judges will sign sealing orders and send certified copies to the LVMPD, Department of Public Safety, FBI (if applicable), and any court or agency that holds their arrest records.
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