Month: May 2021

Las Vegas Justice Court Updates Procedures Re: Masks and Social Distancing

On May 27, 2021, the Las Vegas Justice Court issued Administrative Order 21-05, which rescinds the court’s previous administrative orders, 20-13 and 2014, effective immediately. The court will comply with masking guidance from the Centers for Disease Control, the State of Nevada and Clark County as they regard fully vaccinated individuals.

Nevada Supreme Court Issues Order Regarding Security Requirements

On May 20, 2021, the Nevada Supreme Court issued an order in ADKT 0186 setting the security requirements for the Supreme Court courthouses in Las Vegas and Carson City, as well as any place where Nevada Supreme Court justices are conducting judicial proceedings. The order states that all persons and items they carry are subject […]

Las Vegas Justice Court Issues Order Regarding Courtroom Assignments and Virtual Hearings for Detention Center Inmates

On Thursday, May 20, 2021, the Las Vegas Justice Court issued Administrative Order 21-04, issuing temporary courtroom assignments and setting virtual hearing procedures for inmates currently in custody at the Clark County Detention Center. The temporary orders are in effect to insure courtroom safety while elevator Car 10 from the detention center is currently undergoing […]

2021 Election Results: Marisa Rodriguez to Join Board of Governors

The 2021 Board of Governors elections concluded on Monday, May 17. The following candidate was elected to the Board of Governors and will be sworn in: District 1: Clark County Marisa Rodriguez About Marisa Rodriguez Rodriguez is a Senior Deputy City Attorney for the City of North Las Vegas, where she oversees all aspects of […]

Carson City Courts to Resume Normal Hours and Reduce Pandemic Procedures June 1

On May 14, the First Judicial District Court and the Carson City Justice/Municipal Court filed an administrative order modifying their previous pandemic-related orders. The order states that the courts will resume normal hours of operation effective June 1. In addition, the courts will no longer accept emailed PDF documents; the temporary drop boxes for documents […]

Bar Exam Results: February 2021

Congratulations to everyone who passed the recent Nevada Bar Exam! The unofficial pass list for the February 2021 Nevada Bar Exam is now available for viewing.    Information regarding the swearing-in ceremonies is also available.