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Eighth Judicial District Court - The Eighth Judicial District Court, and each of its 33 designated departments, is a part of the Judicial Branch of our State government as set forth by the Nevada State Constitution. This courts purpose, procedures and jurisdictions are set by statutory mandates and Nevada and local rules of court. This jurisdiction encompasses all municipalities and outlying communities of Clark County.
Justice Courts - There are three urban Justice Courts in the Las Vegas valley and eight non-urban Justice Courts in rural Clark County. They have responsibility for matters ranging from felony arraignments and preliminary hearings to small civil cases (up to $10,000), small claims cases (up to $5,000) and landlord-tenant disputes. The justice courts also handle citations issued by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, Nevada Highway Patrol, the Public Service Commission, the state wildlife department, the Motor Carrier Division, school district police and county park police.
Are you or someone you know a victim of domestic violence?
Domestic violence is a serious crime affecting millions of Americans each year. Its repercussions are felt in our communities, our schools, and our businesses. In Nevada, it is estimated that more than 36,000 women are battered each year, with approximately 78% of incidents occurring in Clark County.
Clark County is committed to protecting residents from domestic violence and providing services to assist victims of abuse. One way to meet this goal is to educate the public about the problem of domestic violence in our community. For more information about what you can do to prevent domestic violence, assist victims, or get help yourself, please read Domestic Violence in Clark County: A Reference Guide.
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