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Criminal Cases in Washoe County, Nevada

Current through 2026 Nevada legislative session

Criminal cases in Washoe County, Nevada are prosecuted by the State of Nevada under the Nevada criminal code, not by local ordinance. The charges, classifications, and penalties that apply are the same statewide Nevada offenses defined across this reference.

Population
486,492

How are criminal cases prosecuted in Washoe County, Nevada?

Criminal charges in Washoe County, Nevada are prosecuted under Nevada state law. See the Nevada charges reference and the statutes.

Criminal defense firms in Washoe County, Nevada

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.