LibGuides: Nevada Eviction &amp; Housing Guide: Nevada Justice Courts and Forms

Nevada Justice Courts

In Nevada, justice courts have jurisdiction over evictions where the damages claimed do not exceed $15,000. (NRS 4.370). The Justice Court Rules of Civil Procedure govern procedures for the conduct of business. Justice courts may also have an additional set of rules (Local Rules of Practice) governing practice and procedure (e.g. Local Rules of Practice for the Justice Court of Reno Township).

Need help locating court rules?

When trying to locate legal information, forms and resources for Nevada courts, a good place to start is the court's website (often found on the local government website). Nevada courts may provide online access to forms on the city or county's website. Please note that not all Nevada courts post forms online and that the forms available may be limited in scope.

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Nevada Justice Courts

These courts are listed as ones with eviction forms on their websites:

Nevada Forms

The forms provided are a starting point, not a complete list. They offer ideas on content and style, but courts may have unique requirements. Contact the clerk of the court where your case will be filed to ensure compliance with formatting, content, and procedural rules.

Start your Nevada forms search with self-help centers and court websites:

State of Nevada Self-Help Center
Provides information and forms on the following topics: appeals, going to court, divorce, child support, guardianship, name changes, adoption, and more.
Family Law Self-Help Center
Provides information and forms on the following family law topics: divorce, name changes, guardianship, domestic violence protection orders, adoptions, termination of parental rights, and more.
Civil Law Self-Help Center
Provides information and forms on the following civil law topics: evictions & housing, small claims, probate, lawsuits and judgments for money, and more.
Second Judicial District Court Forms & Packets (Washoe County)
Forms approved for use in the Second Judicial District Court including family (e.g., divorce, guardianship, motions, etc.) and general jurisdiction (e.g., foreclosure, probate, etc.) related forms.
Nevada Legal Kiosk
An interactive site that directs you to legal information and resources related to your issue. You can also join a virtual meeting or court hearing on this site.
Protection Orders
Protection order forms for domestic violence, high risk, stalking and harassment, sexual assault, harassment in the workplace, and minor children.
Access to Justice Commission
An overview of legal services programs, pro bono services, and self-help services available to Nevadans.
Southern Nevada Senior Law Program
Assists seniors (60+ years old) with evictions/housing, elder exploitation and abuse, consumer assistance, government benefits, and wills and estate planning, including creating a health care power of attorney form.

Nevada Appellate Forms

Includes Notice of Appeal, Certificate of Service, Docketing Statement, Streamlined Request for Extension of Time to File Brief and more forms.

Translated Legal Forms

Since January 2022, the Nevada Supreme Court Law Library has been awarded three grants from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) through the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA), administered by the Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records (NSLAPR). The Nevada Supreme Court Law Library used 100% of grant funds to translate standardized divorce, custody, family law, name change, and guardianship self-help legal forms to ensure self-represented litigants of limited English proficiency (LEP) in Nevada have equal access to court services.

Additional Resources for Legal Forms

The Basics of Court Forms
From the State of Nevada Self-Help Center, "Learn how to find and fill out legal forms, how to create your own legal documents, and how to file documents with the court."
Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS)
Includes statutory forms, such as power of attorney
Nevada Court Rules
Includes formatting, content, and procedural requirements for filing legal forms.
Nevada Rules of Appellate Procedure (currently in effect, 8/15/2024)
Rules that govern the procedure of the Nevada Supreme Court and the Nevada Court of Appeals.
Find a Court
List of Nevada appellate courts, district courts, justice courts, and municipal courts.
Nevada State Documents Bibliography
Includes a page on where to find some Nevada practice forms.

If you need further assistance, please contact the Law Library at (775) 684-1640, reference@nvcourts.nv.gov, or chat.