Lyon County, NV Courts and Public Records
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Lyon County cases are heard in the Third Judicial District Court, which has general jurisdiction, and in Nevada's justice courts, which have limited jurisdiction.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Third Judicial District Court (Lyon County) |
| Main Address | Lyon County Clerk-Treasurer, 27 S. Main Street, Yerington, NV 89447 |
| Main Phone | 775-463-6531 |
| Website | lyon-county.org |
| Court Structure | Justice courts (limited jurisdiction) and the district court (general jurisdiction) |
| Appellate Review | Nevada Court of Appeals and Nevada Supreme Court |
| Court Records | Kept by the County Clerk-Treasurer |
How to Search Lyon County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search.
Online
Search appellate cases in the Nevada Supreme Court and Court of Appeals Public Portal.
Ask the clerk whether trial court records can be searched online.
Best for: Appellate case lookups
In Person
Go to 27 S. Main Street, Yerington, NV 89447.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the Clerk-Treasurer which office keeps your case records.
Best for: Records not available online
By Phone
Call 775-463-6531 to ask how to request court records.
Ask which clerk keeps your case and what the request requires.
Best for: Questions before a visit
Search by Name on NevadaCourts.org
Go to NevadaCourts.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Lyon County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
Lyon County courts handled an estimated 7,701 new cases in FY 2024 and disposed of an estimated 8,455. The estimate scales Nevada statewide totals by the county's share of state population.
~7,701
Total filings in FY 2024
~8,455
Total dispositions in FY 2024
~3,850
Filings per judicial position (2 estimated positions)
~+1.3%
Change in total filings vs FY 2023
| Metric | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | ~7,701 | ~7,605 | ~+1.3% |
| Total Dispositions | ~8,455 | ~8,288 | ~+2.0% |
| Criminal Filings | ~373 | ~380 | ~-1.8% |
| Civil Filings | ~708 | ~692 | ~+2.3% |
| Family Law Filings | ~1,360 | ~1,375 | ~-1.1% |
| Probate Filings | ~88 | ~86 | ~+2.3% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~55 | ~53 | ~+3.8% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~179 | ~172 | ~+4.1% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~2 | ~2 | ~0.0% |
The largest category movement was in civil filings. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Nevada statewide figures scaled by Lyon County's 1.95% share of the state population.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Lyon County?
Estimated total filings in Lyon County moved up over the last five years; dispositions are estimated at a similar level.
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY 2024 | ~7,701 | ~8,455 | ~+1.3% |
| FY 2023 | ~7,605 | ~8,288 | ~+1.3% |
| FY 2022 | ~7,508 | ~7,995 | ~+13.2% |
| FY 2021 | ~6,630 | ~6,825 | ~-10.5% |
| FY 2020 | ~7,410 | ~7,605 | ~-10.5% |
Estimated filings changed +3.9% between FY 2020 and FY 2024, from 7,410 to 7,701. The largest annual change was +13.2% in FY 2022. The latest change of +1.3% reflects statewide Nevada trends. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Nevada statewide figures scaled by Lyon County's 1.95% share of the state population.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Lyon County?
Family law cases are estimated to be the largest category in Lyon County, at about 17.7% of filings in FY 2024.
| Case Type | Filings FY 2024 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family law | ~1,360 | ~17.7% | ~-1.1% |
| Civil | ~708 | ~9.2% | ~+2.3% |
| Criminal | ~373 | ~4.8% | ~-1.8% |
| Juvenile | ~179 | ~2.3% | ~+4.1% |
| Probate | ~88 | ~1.1% | ~+2.3% |
| Mental health | ~55 | ~0.7% | ~+3.8% |
Juvenile cases are estimated as the fastest-growing category and criminal cases as the fastest-falling. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Nevada statewide figures scaled by Lyon County's 1.95% share of the state population.
How Does Lyon County Compare With Nevada Overall?
Lyon County is estimated to account for about 1.95% of the 394,899 cases filed in Nevada courts in FY 2024.
| Metric | Lyon County | Nevada | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~7,701 | 394,899 | ~1.95% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+1.3% | +1.3% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~3,850 | 4,816 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~4,228 | 5,288 | Estimated at the state level |
| Criminal share of filings | ~4.8% | 4.8% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Civil share of filings | ~9.2% | 9.2% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Family law share of filings | ~17.7% | 17.7% | Same as state (estimate) |
These county values are estimates built from statewide Nevada figures, so they track the state mix by design. Actual county dockets may differ. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Nevada statewide figures scaled by Lyon County's 1.95% share of the state population.
Lyon County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Nevada statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Lyon County. Agency reporting may be incomplete, and county crime counts are not available here. Statewide violent and property crimes combined fell 8.3% from 2024 to 2025. In 2025, reporting agencies covered about 99.6% of Nevada's population, so year-over-year changes can partly reflect which agencies reported.
12,563
Violent crimes, Nevada statewide, 2025
66,373
Property crimes, Nevada statewide, 2025 (includes arson)
382.8
Violent crime rate per 100K, Nevada statewide, 2025 (population 3,282,188)
-8.3%
Change in total violent plus property crimes, Nevada statewide, 2025 vs 2024 (78,936 vs 86,058)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 164 | 5.0 | 209 | -21.5% |
| Rape | 1,751 | 53.3 | 1,745 | +0.3% |
| Robbery | 1,860 | 56.7 | 2,080 | -10.6% |
| Aggravated assault | 8,788 | 267.7 | 9,260 | -5.1% |
| Violent crimes total | 12,563 | 382.8 | 13,294 | -5.5% |
| Burglary | 10,408 | 317.1 | 11,966 | -13.0% |
| Larceny-theft | 42,415 | 1,292.3 | 44,686 | -5.1% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 13,114 | 399.6 | 15,615 | -16.0% |
| Property crimes total | 66,373 | 2,022.2 | 72,764 | -8.8% |
Rates use the Nevada 2025 population of 3,282,188. County-level rates are not published, so this section does not compare Lyon County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Lyon County Courthouse Locations
Lyon County has 1 listed courthouse location, the Clerk-Treasurer's office in Yerington. Check your notice or case paperwork for the court division before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyon County Clerk-Treasurer (Yerington) | 27 S. Main Street, Yerington, NV 89447 | 775-463-6531 | See location page |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Lyon County?
Nevada's justice and municipal courts handle limited jurisdiction matters, and the district court handles general jurisdiction cases. Check your paperwork for the court named on it.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | Justice court or municipal court | Limited jurisdiction courts handle these matters; check the court named on your ticket. |
| Parking ticket | The agency that issued the ticket | Parking tickets are generally handled by the issuing agency, not the court. |
| Misdemeanor | Justice court or municipal court | Limited jurisdiction courts handle misdemeanor matters. |
| Felony | District court | General jurisdiction courts handle felony cases. |
| Civil lawsuit | Justice court or district court | The court depends on the amount and type of claim. |
| Appeal | Nevada Court of Appeals or Nevada Supreme Court | Appellate courts review decisions made by lower courts. |
Are Lyon County Court Records Public?
Court records for Lyon County are kept by the county clerk-treasurer, which can confirm which records are open to the public and which are restricted.
Public records
Ask the county clerk-treasurer which case files and dockets are open to the public, since access depends on the case type.
Restricted or confidential records
Sealed records and records made confidential by law or court order are not available without a court order.
Online access
No county online case search is listed for this county. The Nevada Supreme Court and Court of Appeals Public Portal covers appellate cases only.
In-person access
Visit the Clerk-Treasurer at 27 S. Main Street, Yerington, NV 89447, or call 775-463-6531, to ask about records and copies.
Fees
Ask the clerk what copies cost before you request records.
How to Search Lyon County Court Records Online
Nevada has no single statewide trial court search, so check the specific court handling the Lyon County case.
- Identify the case type and the court handling it.
- Choose the official portal for that specific court or the appellate portal.
- Search by party name or case number.
- Review the case details and hearing dates shown.
- Contact the court clerk for documents not available online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | The Justice Court, Municipal Court, or District Court clerk for Lyon County | Case information where that court offers an online search. | There is no single statewide trial court search, and availability varies by court. |
| Traffic | The Justice Court or Municipal Court named on the citation | Citation status where that court offers it. | Availability varies by court, and documents require a request. |
| Civil | The District Court or Justice Court clerk for Lyon County | Civil case information where offered online. | Not every county court provides online search. |
| Small claims | The Justice Court clerk for Lyon County | Small claims case information where offered. | Not all small claims records are online. |
| Family law | The District Court, Family Division, clerk for Lyon County | Limited family case information where offered. | Many family records are confidential. |
| Probate | The District Court clerk for Lyon County | Probate case information where offered. | Documents generally require a request to the clerk. |
| Juvenile | The District Court clerk for Lyon County | Little to none. | Juvenile records are generally confidential. |
No online case search is listed for this county, so start with the county clerk and the statewide appellate portal.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family law, or juvenile.
- Check the Clerk-Treasurer's website at lyon-county.org or call 775-463-6531 to ask about online access.
- Use the Nevada Supreme Court and Court of Appeals Public Portal for appellate cases.
- Review the case details you find and note the case number.
- Request documents that are not online from the county clerk-treasurer.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appellate cases | Nevada Supreme Court and Court of Appeals Public Portal | Appellate case records | Trial court cases are not in this portal |
| Trial court cases (criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family law, probate, juvenile) | The county clerk-treasurer | Records available by request | No online search is listed for this county |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Lyon County
No online payment page is listed for Lyon County, so payment questions go to the Clerk-Treasurer.
- Phone: Call the Clerk-Treasurer at 775-463-6531 to ask which payment methods are accepted.
- In person: Visit the Clerk-Treasurer at 27 S. Main Street, Yerington, NV 89447, and ask about payment options.
Parking tickets are generally handled by the agency that issued them, not the court.
Lyon County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Lyon County court records?
Search by name on NevadaCourts.org for records across types, then confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Are Lyon County court records public?
Ask the county clerk-treasurer which court records are open to the public and which are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case in Lyon County?
Search by name on NevadaCourts.org or contact the county clerk-treasurer with the defendant's full name.
How do I find a court date in Lyon County?
Check your notice or paperwork for the court and date, or call the Clerk-Treasurer at 775-463-6531 to confirm.
How do I pay a traffic ticket in Lyon County?
Call the Clerk-Treasurer at 775-463-6531 to ask which payment methods are accepted.
How many cases are filed in Lyon County each year?
County filing counts are not published here, so no yearly total is shown. The county population was 65,088 in 2025.
What is the most common case type in Lyon County?
Case type counts for this county are not published here, so no most common type can be identified.
What is the crime trend in the latest year?
County crime counts are not available here. Statewide, reported violent crimes fell 5.5% to 12,563 in 2025 from 13,294 in 2024, and property crimes fell 8.8% to 66,373 from 72,764, as reported to the FBI. These are Nevada statewide figures, and reporting coverage changed between years.
Courts in the County
Third Judicial District CourtMore Info
| Address: | 911 Harvey Way, Yerington, NV, 89447 |
| Phone Number: | 775-463-6571 |
| Fax: | 775-463-6575 |
| Website: | https://www.lyon-county.org/675/Third-Judicial-District-Court |
Fernley Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 595 Silverlace Boulevard, Fernley, NV, 89408 |
| Phone Number: | 775-784-9870 |
| Fax: | 775-784-9999 |
| Website: | https://www.cityoffernley.org/directory.aspx?did=12 |
Yerington Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 102 South Main Street, Yerington, NV, 89447 |
| Phone Number: | 775-463-3511 |
| Fax: | 775-463-2284 |
| Website: | https://yerington.net/municipal-court/ |
Useful Links
- Nevada Judiciary – Official Nevada State Courts Website - Access information on court operations, decisions, and services across Nevada, including Lyon County.
- Supreme Court of Nevada - Decisions and Opinions - View the latest decisions and opinions from the Nevada Supreme Court relevant to Lyon County.
- Find a Court - Nevada Courts Directory - Search for specific court locations and contact information in Lyon County and throughout Nevada.
- Lyon County District Court - 3rd Judicial District Court - Official page for the Lyon County District Court offering case information and court calendars.
- Lyon County Justice Court: Information and Services - Find out about the Justice Court services including traffic matters and small claims in Lyon County.
- Lyon County Clerk/Treasurer – Public Records Access - Access public records, marriage licenses, and official court documents in Lyon County.
- Nevada Legal Services – Free Legal Assistance - Provides free legal aid and resources to low-income residents of Nevada, including in Lyon County.
- State Bar of Nevada - Resources and Attorney Search - Find legal resources and search for licensed attorneys practicing in Lyon County, Nevada.
- Nevada Department of Health and Human Services - Division of Welfare - Locate family services, child support, and welfare information relevant to Lyon County residents.
- LawHelp Nevada - Find Legal Assistance - A comprehensive resource for finding free legal aid programs and support services in Nevada.
- National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS) - Voter Information - Reliable source for election and voting information in Nevada and Lyon County.
- Justia - Free Legal Information and Resources - Access legal case records, codes, and other useful information related to Nevada state laws.
- California Courts - Court Records and Resources - While California-specific, this site offers valuable resources useful for those near Nevada’s border areas.
- FindLaw - Legal Information and Attorney Listings - Provides access to articles, guides, and attorney profiles specific to Nevada jurisdictions.
- CourtReference - Guide to Court Records and Resources - Find detailed directories of courts in Nevada including Lyon County.
- Search Systems - Free Directory of Public Records Databases - Explore public records databases relevant to Nevada and Lyon County.
- Colorado Judicial Branch - History and Records - Offers court-related information helpful for cross-state legal matters on Nevada’s border.
- National Center for State Courts - Court Information & Resources - National-level insights, reports, and resources on court administration including Nevada courts.
- Access Recovery Group - Judgment Recovery Specialists - Provides judgment recovery services, which can be relevant for legal enforcement in Lyon County.
- Pacific Legal Foundation - Litigation and Legal Advocacy - Works in the public interest for individual freedoms and property rights, impacting court decisions.
Table of Contents
- Lyon County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Lyon County Court Records
- Lyon County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Lyon County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Lyon County?
- How Does Lyon County Compare With Nevada Overall?
- Lyon County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Lyon County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Lyon County?
- Are Lyon County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Lyon County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Lyon County
- Lyon County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links