23 new CASA Volunteers will transform their own lives when they take oath to advocate for abused and neglected children
Forty-four abused and neglected children in the community will have one of 23 new CASA Volunteers to advocate for their best interests. On Thursday, Sept. 14 at noon, the new volunteers will be sworn in at Family Court 601 N. Pecos Road, courtroom 9. There are more than 3,000 children in foster care. These children […]
Local CASA Volunteer in the running for title of Mrs. America
Tomilynn Clark, Mrs. Nevada America 2023, brings something special to pageant competition; she is a CASA volunteer who advocates for abused and neglected children. She won the title of Mrs. Nevada 2023, earlier this year. Her platform for the pageant called Ceilings, promotes the CASA Program. Tomilynn became a CASA volunteer nearly two years ago, […]
District Court Administrative Order 23-04 outlines parameters for image gathering in Eighth Judicial District courthouses
Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada issued Administrative Order 23-04 today. The new order provides clear direction on image gathering in courthouse facilities. http://www.clarkcountycourts.us/general/court-rules-and-administrative-orders/
Alternative Dispute Resolution/Discovery Commissioner Named To Fill Post In District Court
After a thorough application process including public input, attorney Adam Ganz has been selected for the Alternative Dispute Resolution/Discovery Commissioner post with the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada. Ganz has 25 years of civil litigation experience as a trial attorney. He has litigated a significant number of cases, participated in many jury trials, evidentiary […]
52 Abused And Neglected Kids To Get 24 New CASA Volunteers On Their Side
Abused and neglected children in the community will have 24 new CASA volunteers on their side on Thursday, June 15 at 3:30 p.m., The new CASA volunteers will be sworn in at Family Court 601 N. Pecos Road, courtroom 9. The volunteers will advocate for the best interests of 52 children. Many more volunteers are […]
Courts to close June 19 to commemorate Juneteenth
At the recent legislative session, state lawmakers passed legislation making Juneteenth a state holiday in Nevada. Governor Joe Lombardo signed AB140 into law on June 6. On Monday, June 19, the courts will commemorate Juneteenth. The Regional Justice Center and Family Court will be closed on June 19, and resume operations on Tuesday, June 20. On […]
Judicial Investiture reflects traditions of Hawaii
Las Vegas is home to a large Hawaiian community. It is referred to by some as “the ninth island.” The beauty of the Hawaiian culture was shared at the investiture of Judge Danielle K. Chio and Judge Jacob A. Reynolds. Judge Chio is the first woman of Hawaiian ancestry to serve on the District Court […]
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Judges Danielle Chio and Jacob Reynolds to swear oath at investiture
Judges Danielle K. Chio and Jacob A. Reynolds will be ceremonially sworn in at an investiture on June 6 at 3 p.m. Investitures are formal ceremonies with significant symbolism, as new judges publicly swear an oath to uphold justice. The investiture will be live-streamed at https://www.facebook.com/clarkcountycourts. Judge Chio was appointed by Governor Joe Lombardo to […]
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Public invited to give input on District Court ADR/Discovery Commissioner candidates
The public is invited to provide comments regarding finalists for ADR/Discovery Commissioner candidates with the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada. Public input is part of a three-tiered recruitment process established in an administrative directive for selecting District Court hearing masters and commissioners. Input on the candidates can be e-mailed to the Eighth Judicial District Court […]
Young adult treatment courts are making inroads with recovery and offering those with criminal history opportunity for a promising future
Examples of those who appear to be hopelessly addicted to drugs are everywhere. The impact to their family, friends and community is profound. The reported cost for incarceration in the Clark County Detention Center for one night is $245. The cost to families is immeasurable. The Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada Transitional Age Program […]