Incline Village - Crystal Bay Township Justice Court   

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The Incline Village - Crystal Bay Justice Court is a court of limited jurisdiction and is divided into three (3) main areas; the Citation Division, the Civil Division and the Criminal Division. Additionally, the Court handles Evictions and Protective Orders.

The Citation Division deals with all citations issued in the Incline Village - Crystal Bay Township including, but not limited to those issued by the Washoe County Sheriff's Office, the Nevada Highway Patrol, the State of Nevada Parks Department, Washoe County School District, the State Contractor's Board and Washoe County Animal Control. If you have been instructed that you can come to Court and pay the fine on your citation without seeing a judge, your case has more than likely been directed to the Citation Division.

The Civil Division is divided into two primary (2) areas; Civil Actions and Small Claims. Civil actions presently have a monetary limit of $15,000.00. Small Claims actions have a monetary limit of $10,000.00 and are conducted more informally and generally without attorneys present.

The Criminal Division deals with cases which are being prosecuted by the Washoe County District Attorney's Office (or the State of Nevada Attorney General`s Office in certain cases). All criminal proceedings in the Incline Village - Crystal Bay Township, whether misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony cases originate in Incline Justice Court. A preliminary examination is held in gross misdemeanor and felony cases and, should the Judge make a finding of probable cause, the case is forwarded to the Second Judicial District Court for adjudication. Incline Justice Court is the trial court in misdemeanor cases.

Evictions deal with landlord-tenant disputes. In these matters, typically, the landlord seeks to have the tenant removed from the property and to retake possession thereof. An eviction proceeding does not deal with any monetary damages or counterclaims but only who has  possessory rights to the property.

Protective Orders can be requested for Stalking/Harassment or Domestic Violence.

COURT HOURS

The Court is open to the public.  Court Staff is is available during normal business hours.  Business hours currently are:

• Monday - 9a - 4p; 
• Tuesday - 8a - 4p;
• Wednesday - 8:30a - 4p;
• Thursday - 8:30a-4p; and
• Friday - CLOSED

LOCATION

855 Alder Avenue
Incline Village, Nevada 89451
Ph 775.832.4100
Fx 775.832.4162

DRESS AND APPEARANCE

Appropriate attire is required.  Appearing in Court (either in person or virtually) in tank tops, shorts or cut-offs is prohibited.  Shirt and shoes are also required.

MISSION STATEMENT

It is the mission of Justice Courts to promote and preserve the rule of law and protection of property rights by providing a fair, independent, and impartial forum for the peaceful resolution of legal conflicts according to the law. Further, it is the mission of Justice Courts to provide judicial services in such a manner as to: 1) promote access to justice; 2) adjudicate cases in an expeditious and timely manner; 3) utilize public resources efficiently and effectively such that it demonstrates accountability and engenders public trust and confidence; and 4) promote an understanding of the Courts as a vital component of the tripartite system of government, independent of and co-equal to the Legislative and Executive branches.

NOTICE

The information contained on this website is provided as a reference guide. The statements herein do not necessarily represent the view of the Court on the outcome of any case. Furthermore, no copyright is claimed in this text, the policies or information contained herein. The legal citations contained herein are subject to statutory amendment and/or change in Nevada case law. Moreover, the Court`s policies set forth herein and the judge's interpretation of the law are subject to change at any time. For more detailed information about your legal rights and remedies, you are encouraged to contact an attorney.