Unlike California, Nevada lacks a FAIR Plan, an insurer of last resort for homeowners whose insurance companies have dropped ...

The County Assessor identifies taxable property and assesses property values. Properties are reappraised at least once every five years. The assessor also tracks new construction, assesses business ...

The Justices of the Peace presides over a justice court that handles cases such as traffic tickets, misdemeanors, small claims and evictions. They can also issue protective orders and officiate ...

The county record keeps the official public record of property ownership and other legal documents.When you buy a home, take out a mortgage or have a lien placed on a property, the paperwork is ...

The public administrator manages the estates of people who die without a will and when no family member or other qualified person is able or willing to do it. Public administrators work under the ...

The treasurer collects money owed to the county, including property taxes, keeps track of public dollars going in and out of the county, and pays the county’s bills. The treasurer is also responsible ...

The county clerk is responsible for keeping county’s official records. They serve both the county commission and the district court, and also run elections in some Nevada counties. They also issue ...

The mayor presides over City Council meetings, represents the city publicly, and serves as the tie breaker in City Council votes unless otherwise stated by City Charter law. City Council votes on ...

Nevada allows citizens to propose changes to state and county law or the state constitution directly, without going through the Legislature, through a process called the initiative petition. → If ...

Congratulations. You’ve done your civic duty. You learned about local races in your area, made your decision and either filled out or are ready to fill out your ballot. Here’s your next steps to make ...

Municipal court judges primarily handle misdemeanor cases, traffic violations, and city code matters within their city. It’s a nonpartisan judicial office. For most people, municipal courts are their ...

Nevadans will elect their next attorney general in 2026 in a race that could shape how the state approaches public safety, consumer protection, election issues, and legal battles with the federal ...