About Nevada Public Records

About Nevada public records

State of Nevada free pubic records online and services that provide divorces, lawsuits, criminal records, background checks. Locate assets in the state of Nevada such as property records and recorded deeds. Search courts for family law related matters, bankruptcies, juvenile and federal cases, superior and district court filings. Business entity query for trademarks, trade names, service marks and reserved names with the business corporation search link. State of Nevada Health division's official page for death, birth and other records. Vital record requests and forms for a marriage occurring within the state. Browse a list of local and state agencies that offer the public and residents of Nevada resources to get government recordings.

State background and court information

Nevada gained statehood in 1864 becoming the nation's 36th state. The name 'Nevada' is derived from the Spanish language meaning snow covered. The state's early economy was based on copper, silver and gold mining. In recent years, tourism and gaming has been the leading source of revenue for the state. Ranked 35th in population in the U.S. with over 2.7 million residents, Nevada is the 7th largest state with over 110,000 square miles. Nearly 70% of the state's residents live in the Las Vegas area.

Similar to the federal government, the state of Nevada is comprised of 3 branches. The governor heading the executive branch of Nevada along with lieutenant governor, attorney general, secretary of state, treasurer, controller and other elected or appointed officials. The Nevada legislature contains 21 senators and 42 assembly members that write, review and pass the state's bills and laws. The judicial branch is Nevada's court system which includes a supreme court, district, justice and municipal courts.

There are 16 counties in Nevada with one independent city, Carson City, which serves as the capital of the state. Counties provide residents of the state with services that include law enforcement, such as the sheriff, election, property assessment, courts and regulatory departments. Nevada localities such as cities and towns elect a mayor, city manager and council members to oversee local departments including police and fire, the city clerk and municipal courts.

Nevada's first open record laws were passed in 1906, however this law in its early stages required the records requestor to prove or show a specific interest. The legislature expanded the law to open records in 1911 with greater access without having to provide a reason to the agency. Transparency laws in Nevada gives its citizens access to government meetings and records alike. Reporters and concerned citizens strive to ensure there are no discrepancies in operations, budgets, planning, government employee salaries, elections and appointments by state and local departments.

Anyone can access public records from Nevada's agencies. Many individuals, reporters and oversight groups request information from their agencies, some requests are made for personal purposes. There are exceptions to open record laws in cases involving such matter as confidential or personal information of data that would be detrimental to an investigation. Agencies such as the Nevada Department of Public Safety are custodians of criminal records where a background check can be conducted with a simple form and request. County recorders issue certificates of marriage and divorces, while birth and death certificates can be obtained from the state's vital records office. Property assessors and recorders files open to the public can reveal information you can view online, and see details of real estate assets.

Vital records

Statewide Nevada vital records. Search births, marriage records and death certificates. Divorces filed with courts. State vital records offices. Link to the agencies in Nevada and order vital records. Many records are public information available to the public from private and government entities. You can use information to verify your records. Look up vital statistics and free vital searches in Nevada to conduct research online. Nevada Office of Vital Statistics. Find vital records in the state library and archives. View Nevada's vital statistics laws and rules. Adoption reunion registry.

Property and asset records

Search for assets in Nevada and obtain records of property, business ownership, professional license verification and other personal or corporate assets. Find bankruptcies, liens, UCC judgment filings and find out about information that can effect a person's or company's asset. See the status of a business and verify ownership, DBA, status, activity and whether the corporation or business filed in Nevada owns property, vehicles, real estate and more. Unclaimed property and asset search from official government databases open to the public.

Government records and agencies

Access Nevada government agencies and obtain information on executive branches, legislative branches and jucidial branches within state jurisdiction. Link below to the state government agencies as well as state government information and services. Other state government resources such as codified state law, voters registration and other state government departments

Driving and vehicle records

Free and easy to use direct official Nevada government links to driver license and registration sources. Register your vehicle, get your tags, obtain the history of a vehicle. Online forms and processing from your computer anywhere. You can also see the status of your applications at anytime online without having to call the clerk. Locations, hours and office information are also available online.

Expungements and record clearing

Expunge your criminal past of felonies, misdemeanors, D.U.I convictions and more in the state of Nevada. Get information regarding expungements and begin to erase your previous Nevada criminal records statewide as well as nationwide. Some records can contain inaccurate or erroneous information that can be amended. Both juvenile and adult cases that can be corrected and begin your search for employment without a tainted past showing.

Genealogy and historical research

Nevada genealogy related links and topics. Individual state search of your ancestors, start a family tree, browse census records and more online.

Missing children resources

The state of Nevada presents a collaborative effort among law enforcement, criminal justice and other public agencies to ensure the safe return of a missing or abducted child. A tool that may begin that search is the Nevada Amber Alert program, a cooperative program which includes law enforcement, the media and the public in a combined effort to combat abduction by sending out immediate, up-to-date information that aids in the child's safe recovery. The Nevada Missing Children Information Clearinghouse offers assistance for children, families, police, other clearinghouses, non-profit child recovery organizations, and communities by providing information, referrals, training, and coordination among agencies. An important non profit organization serving the state is the Nevada Child Seekers which offers support to families, an emergency volunteer search force, abduction prevention and DNA and fingerprinting information. A myriad of information is available on the internet in the form of search databases, websites which offer lists, photos, and details of children currently missing in Nevada, Guidelines and information regarding internet safety for children is an important resource for parents and guardians.