Virtual Court
Administrative Order 2023-05 returns all hearings to be in-person, with exceptions.
Sparks Justice Court Hearing Attendance Policy
The Court is open to all in-person access and the following applies to all court hearings.
- With limited exceptions, all hearings and trials at the Sparks Justice Court will be held in person only.
- Exceptions:
- Weekday In-Custody Arraignments will be held by remote means. The courtroom will be open for public viewing.
- Weekend and Holiday Bail Hearings will be held remotely. A link will be posted on the website for public viewing.
- In-Custody Status Hearings will be held in person with remote appearance by in-custody inmates. All other parties are required to be present in the Courtroom.
- Exceptions:
- Parties or counsel may ask for a Zoom appearance for good cause shown due to extraordinary circumstances at least 72 hours in advance, using the form Motion For Remote Appearance.
- Remote appearance requests for Trials or Preliminary Hearings will be considered pursuant to statute, court rule, and the Nevada Rules for Audio Visual Appearances.
- The Court will transport inmates for plea and sentencing upon at least 72 hours notice from counsel and the availability of court transportation.
Requirements for an Approved Remote Appearance
- Documents for a remote hearing must be provided to the court forty-eight (48) hours prior to the hearing or the court may continue the hearing.
- A Court provided zoom link.
- Your device must have a camera and microphone to participate in these hearings. Please test your device before the hearing date by clicking here.
- Dress appropriately for court
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Weekend Hearings
The Zoom link to join hearings held on the weekend and holidays is provided below. No registration is required.
- Weekend Hearings Join Session (No Registration Required)