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Clark County at a glance

State
Nevada
County seat
Las Vegas
Population
2,266,715
Area
7,989 sq mi
Founded
1909
Cities and towns
17

Clark County offices and records

Sheriff & Law Enforcement. Clark County Sheriff's Office, officially known as the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD), is responsible for law enforcement in the unincorporated areas of Clark County.

Access to court records in Nevada is governed by Nevada Revised Statutes 1.230 and Supreme Court Rules, which establish that court records are presumptively open to the public unless sealed by court order. Clark County Court also maintains a Jury Services division and Self-Help Center at 702-455-1000 for pro se litigants. Professional and occupational licenses are regulated at the state level by various Nevada licensing boards. Clark County Department of Building and Fire Prevention, located at 500 South Grand Central Parkway (phone: 702-455-3000), issues building permits, handles plan review, and maintains records of building permits and certificates of occupancy; permit records can be searched online at permits.clarkcountynv.gov. Clark County Assessor's Office, located at 500 South Grand Central Parkway, Fourth Floor (phone: 702-455-3882, website: clarkcountynv.gov/government/departments/assessor), maintains property tax assessment records, parcel information, and ownership data. Clark County Treasurer, located at 500 South Grand Central Parkway (phone: 702-455-4323), handles property tax collection and redemption of tax-deeded properties. The Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce (phone: 702-641-5822, website: lvchamber.com) provides business resources and networking opportunities. Clark County's judicial system is anchored by the Eighth Judicial District Court, the general jurisdiction trial court located at the Regional Justice Center, 200 Lewis Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89155 (phone: 702-671-0500). 201 Clark Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89155 • Phone: 702-671-0600 330 South Casino Center Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89101 • Phone: 702-671-3900 400 South Martin Luther King Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89106 • Phone: 702-828-3111

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Where can I find mugshots or booking photos in Clark County, Nevada?

Mugshots and booking photos for Clark County, Nevada, are typically available through the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. You can visit their official website and use the inmate search feature to view booking photos. You may contact the Records Bureau of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department for further assistance.

How do I get a criminal background check in Clark County, Nevada?

To obtain a criminal background check in Clark County, Nevada, you need to contact the Nevada Department of Public Safety's Records, Communications and Compliance Division. You can request a background check by submitting fingerprints and the required forms. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department also offers fingerprinting services for this purpose.

How can I look up sex offenders in Clark County, Nevada?

To look up sex offenders in Clark County, Nevada, you can use the Nevada Sex Offender Registry. This registry is managed by the Nevada Department of Public Safety and provides an online search tool. You can search by name, address, or proximity to a specific location to find registered sex offenders in the area.

How do I register to vote in Clark County, Nevada?

Register or update your registration through Nevada's official voter portal, by mail, or in person through Clark County. After standard registration closes, Nevada offers extended and same-day options under special rules during early voting and on Election Day. The Clark County Election Department is at 965 Trade Drive, North Las Vegas, NV 89030-7802, phone 702-455-8683. Use the official county election page for the current calendar, voting sites and ballot-status tools.

How do I look up property records in Clark County, Nevada?

Property records in Clark County can be accessed through the Clark County Recorder's Office online system at recorder.clarkcountynv.gov, where you can search and view recorded deeds, mortgages, liens, and other land documents free of charge. For property tax information, assessments, and parcel data, visit the Clark Assessor's website at assessor.clarkcountynv.gov to search by address, parcel number, or owner name. The county also offers an interactive GIS mapping system at gis.clarkcountynv.gov/mapviewer showing parcel boundaries, zoning, and aerial imagery. Certified copies of recorded documents cost $1.00 per page with a $25.00 minimum.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Clark County, Nevada?

Birth and death certificates for events occurring in Clark County can be requested from the Clark County Clerk's Office of Vital Records at 500 South Grand Central Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89155, or by calling 702-455-4415. The fee is $25.00 for the first certified copy and $20.00 for each additional copy of the same record ordered at the same time. Processing typically takes 3-5 business days for in-person requests and 2-3 weeks for mail requests. You can also order Nevada vital records online through VitalChek at vitalchek.com for an additional service fee, or contact the Nevada Office of Vital Records in Carson City at 775-684-4242 for statewide records.

How do I find business license records in Clark County, Nevada?

Business licenses for unincorporated Clark County can be verified through the Clark County Business License Department at 702-455-4252 or online at clarkcountynv.gov/government/departments/business_license. For formal business entity information including corporations and LLCs, search the Nevada Secretary of State's SilverFlume database at nvsos.gov, which provides free access to business entity status, registered agents, and formation documents. Fictitious business names (DBAs) are filed with the Clark County Clerk's Office and can be searched by visiting 500 South Grand Central Parkway or calling 702-455-4336. Cities within Clark County maintain their own separate business licensing systems.

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