How to search Nevada court records
Nevada has no statewide trial-court search at all. Each county runs its own independent case-management system, so finding a record means first identifying the right county, then searching that county's own portal. Cost varies by record type — some searches are free, others require a paid account or a formal records request.
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What's actually there
No statewide trial-court search. Clark County (Las Vegas) and Washoe County (Reno) cover most of the population.
Other official lookups for Nevada
Federal cases filed in Nevada
State portals don't cover federal court. If the case you're looking for might be a federal criminal prosecution, civil suit, or bankruptcy, use CourtRecordsFree's live federal search — it queries CourtListener/RECAP directly and isn't limited to any one state.
Search tips
- Try both "Last, First" and "First Last" — courts index names inconsistently.
- Middle initials and suffixes (Jr., III) often matter for common names.
- A date of birth or case number is the only reliable way to confirm you found the right person.
- An arrest or charge shown in a docket is not a conviction — read the disposition.
Frequently asked questions
Is it free to search Nevada court records online?
It depends on what you're looking for. Some record types on Nevada's portal are free; others require payment or a formal request.
Does this include criminal records?
Yes. Nevada's portal includes criminal case records alongside civil cases, subject to the sealing and expungement rules described below.
Does one search cover the whole state?
No single search. Nevada has no statewide index — you need to find the right county first, then search that county's own system.
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