Nevada's Summary Eviction can resolve uncontested cases in 2-3 weeks. But the notice content and township court rules require precision.
Nevada's eviction process is unique in offering both judicial and non-judicial (summary) eviction procedures. The most common is the Summary Eviction (no judicial hearing unless tenant contests), governed by NRS Chapter 40. Cases are filed in justice court at the township or county level. Nevada is generally landlord-friendly — the summary procedure is among the fastest in the country when the tenant doesn't contest. Uncontested summary cases can resolve in two to three weeks.
Summary Eviction cases are filed in the justice court covering the property's township. Nevada's justice court system is organized by township within counties. Las Vegas Township (Clark County) and Reno Township (Washoe County) handle the bulk of the state's eviction cases.
For non-payment of rent, Nevada requires a 7-judicial-day written Notice to Pay Rent or Surrender (NRS 40.253). The notice must precisely state the amount owed and inform the tenant of the right to cure by paying within seven judicial days (excluding weekends and holidays). Nevada's notice content requirements are detailed.
For lease violations, Nevada requires a 5-day Notice to Cure or Surrender. For nuisance, illegal activity, or significant property damage, Nevada allows a 3-day Notice to Quit with no cure opportunity (NRS 40.2514).
For month-to-month tenancies without cause, Nevada requires 30 days written notice. Notices must include specific language required by NRS — using forms or templates is essential to ensure compliance.
After the notice period expires, file an Affidavit/Complaint for Summary Eviction in the appropriate justice court. Filing fees in Nevada are typically $135 to $275 depending on case value. Service is performed by the constable.
The tenant has 5 judicial days from service to file an Answer. If the tenant fails to answer, the court can issue an order for summary eviction without a hearing — this is the speed advantage of Nevada's summary procedure. If the tenant answers, a hearing is scheduled.
Nevada justice court hearings in contested summary evictions are conducted under expedited procedures. Bring your lease, the notice you served, proof of service, your rent ledger, and any documentation. The judge will hear both sides and typically issue a ruling at the hearing.
If you prevail, the order for summary eviction is issued. Tenants have limited appeal rights and appeals require bond.
Clark County, encompassing Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, and surrounding communities, is Nevada's most populous county. Clark County eviction filings are distributed across multiple justice courts (Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, Boulder, Mesquite, etc.) based on township. The Las Vegas rental market is one of the most active in the country with consistently high eviction case volumes.
Washoe County, anchored by Reno, is Nevada's second-largest county. Washoe County eviction filings go to the Reno Justice Court or Sparks Justice Court depending on township. Both Clark and Washoe counties have detailed local court procedures. For detailed landlord-tenant law specific to each county — including township court selection, notice requirements, and filing procedures — see Clark County landlord-tenant law and Washoe County landlord-tenant law.
Nevada's Summary Eviction is one of the fastest procedures in the country — but only when notice content, service, and filing are exactly right. The state's notice content requirements are detailed and the township-based court selection requires careful attention. See the full Nevada landlord-tenant law guide for notice templates, security deposit rules, and county-specific information across all 17 Nevada counties.
Once the order for summary eviction is issued, the constable executes the order. Nevada law allows the lockout as soon as 24 hours after service of the eviction order in some cases. Be present with a locksmith.
Nevada law (NRS 118A.460) provides specific procedures for handling tenant property left behind. Storage requirements and notice obligations apply. Improper handling can result in liability.