Clark County Small Claims Court (Las Vegas, NV): How to File

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This independent guide covers small claims cases in Clark County, Nevada, including Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, Boulder City, Mesquite and Laughlin. Small Claims Coach is not the court; we link to the court's official pages throughout.

Checked on 2026-10-27 against the Las Vegas Justice Court and Clark County justice court pages and the Nevada Revised Statutes. Sources are listed below. Jump to court addresses and phones ↓ For the statewide rules, see our Nevada small claims guide.

Clark County small claims court: the township justice courts

• Courts: Clark County has 11 township justice courts, and each hears small claims: Boulder City, Bunkerville, Goodsprings, Henderson, Las Vegas, Laughlin, Mesquite, Moapa, Moapa Valley, North Las Vegas and Searchlight (county justice courts page).
• Limit: money claims only, where the amount claimed does not exceed $10,000 (NRS 73.010(1)). Some township pages give $15,000; that is the general civil cap, not the small claims limit.
• Decision-maker: the justice of the peace in the justice court.
• Appeal: under JCRCP 98(b) (amended effective Oct. 29, 2024), within 7 calendar days from service of the judgment. The Las Vegas Justice Court FAQ still says 5 judicial days from when the judgment is filed. Go by the rule, but check with the court at 702-671-3478.

Which township justice court do I file in?

• Which township justice court: file in the township where the defendant lives, does business or is employed (when the claim arose or when you file). You can also file where the injury happened or where a contract was to be performed (NRS 73.010(2)).
• There is one justice court in each township (NRS 4.020(1)).
• Not sure which township? Call the Las Vegas Justice Court (Las Vegas Township) Civil Division at 702-671-3478.

Addresses, phone numbers and hours

From the Las Vegas Justice Court Civil Division page and the county's township court pages. For the other eight townships, see the county justice courts page.

How much does small claims cost in Clark County?

Las Vegas Justice Court fees, "Effective February 8, 2024" (fees page):

• Up to $1,000: $66.00
• Over $1,000 to $2,500: $86.00
• Over $2,500 to $5,000: $106.00
• Over $5,000 to $7,500: $146.00
• Over $7,500 to $10,000: $196.00

• The fee page's footnote: "* $21.00 in additional fees required by Chapter 4 of the Nevada Revised Statutes."
• No fee is charged to a defendant who appears in response to the small claims affidavit and order.
• E-filing adds E-File $2.50, E-File & Serve $5.50, or E-Serve only $4.00.
• Fees can change; confirm with the Civil Division at 702-671-3478 before you file.

Can I e-file in Clark County?

Yes, and you must. The court says "Electronic filing is mandatory for all civil case filings." You can e-file from anywhere for a fee, or e-file at the Las Vegas Justice Court with no e-filing fee. The small claims page links to efilenv.com.

Clark County small claims forms: the Small Claims Complaint

You start the case with a Small Claims Complaint. See the court's Small Claims page and Small Claims FAQ. To appear by phone, file a Motion for Telephonic Appearance at least 2 judicial days before the hearing.

How to file in Clark County, step by step

1. Make sure your claim is for money only and $10,000 or less.
2. Find the right township justice court for the defendant (or where the injury happened or the contract was to be performed).
3. In Las Vegas Township, make a demand first; it can be verbal, by email, text or letter. Other townships may have their own rules, so check with that court.
4. E-file your Small Claims Complaint and pay the fee.
5. Bring exhibits on the day of trial, with copies for the court, the other side and you.
6. Go to your trial. If the judge rules against you, ask the clerk about the appeal deadline. Statewide rules are in our Nevada guide.

How to look up a Clark County small claims case

• We couldn't confirm the online case search steps. Call the Civil Division at 702-671-3478 to check on your case.

Collecting a Clark County small claims judgment (execution)

Winning doesn't mean you get paid automatically. Nevada small claims judgments are enforced by execution (NRS 73.020). Collection fees weren't on the pages we checked; ask the Civil Division at 702-671-3478.

Fee waivers and venue changes

• Can't afford the fees? Ask the clerk what options the court offers.
• Mediation: available through the Neighborhood Justice Center, (702) 455-3898; ask about any cost.
• Wrong township? Call 702-671-3478 before you file.

Coach's Tips for Clark County

• Don't plan a Friday trip. The Civil Division is closed on Fridays, so plan in-person filings for Monday through Thursday.
• Ignore the $15,000 figure. Some township pages list $15,000; that's the civil cap. Small claims stay at $10,000.
• Bring three sets of exhibits. One for the court, one for the other side and one for you.

Clark County small claims checklist

• My claim is for money only and $10,000 or less.
• I know which township justice court to file in.
• I made a demand for the amount first.
• I'm ready to e-file and pay the fee.
• I have three copies of my exhibits.
• I know the court is closed on Fridays.

Clark County small claims FAQ

What is the small claims limit in Clark County?

$10,000. Nevada law limits small claims to money claims that do not exceed $10,000 (NRS 73.010).

How much does it cost to file small claims at Las Vegas Justice Court?

From $66.00 for claims up to $1,000 to $196.00 for claims over $7,500 to $10,000, under the court's fee schedule effective February 8, 2024. E-filing fees are extra.

How long do I have to appeal a Clark County small claims judgment?

Under JCRCP 98(b), within 7 calendar days from service of the judgment. The court's FAQ still says 5 judicial days, so check with the court at 702-671-3478.

Which court handles small claims in Clark County, Nevada?

Small claims in Clark County are heard by the township justice courts. The largest is the Las Vegas Justice Court (Las Vegas Township) Civil Division at the Regional Justice Center, 200 Lewis Avenue, Las Vegas.

Which Clark County justice court should I file in?

File in the township where the defendant lives, works or does business, or where the injury happened or the contract was to be performed. If you're not sure which township, call the Civil Division at 702-671-3478 before you file.

What form starts a small claims case at Las Vegas Justice Court?

You start the case with a Small Claims Complaint. Civil filings at Las Vegas Justice Court are filed electronically.

Who decides a small claims case in Clark County?

Nevada law gives small claims cases to the justice of the peace in the justice court.

Is the Las Vegas Justice Court Civil Division open on Fridays?

No. The court says the Civil Division is open Monday through Thursday and is closed on Fridays and holidays.

Sources

• Las Vegas Justice Court: Civil Division
• Las Vegas Justice Court: Small Claims
• Las Vegas Justice Court: Fees
• Clark County Justice Courts
• NRS Chapter 73

Checked 2026-10-27.

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