Lyon County, NV Public Records
The right given to individuals to access and obtain public records in the county is governed by the Nevada Public Records Law (NRS Chapter 239). The County Recorder's office maintains property records. These records include deeds, mortgages, and liens.The Recorder's Office is also responsible for maintaining marriage records and issuing certified copies of marriage certificates. These records can be accessed in person at the Recorder's office or online. Individuals can view and print copies of property documents, though a minimum fee of $2.00 may be required for document retrieval or copies. The County Assessor's Office manages property tax assessments, while the County Treasurer's Office manages tax payments, voter and election records, and marriage licenses. Vital records are managed by both state-level and county-level offices. The Nevada Division of Vital Records manages birth and death records, and you can obtain certified copies of these records by contacting the office at 4150 Technology Way, Suite 104, Carson City, NV 89706.
Courts in Lyon County
Court Records in Lyon County, Nevada
Although the Third Judicial District Court and the Lyon County Justice Courts manage court records in the County, Court records can also be accessed through the Nevada Judiciary public portal for interested members. The Third Judicial District Court manages more serious civil and criminal case records, such as felonies, divorce and child custody case records, and probate case records. The three Justice Courts in Fernley, Dayton, and Yerington, handle misdemeanors, small claims, traffic violations, and preliminary hearings for felonies in their jurisdiction. To obtain these records, individuals can contact the court clerk's office to ensure their availability, visit the court, or submit mail requests to the courthouse at 911 Harvey Way, Yerington, NV 89447.
Jails and Prisons in Lyon County
Find Inmate Search and Jail Records in Lyon County, Nevada
The Lyon County Sheriff's Office maintains inmate records for individuals held in the county jail. The Sheriff's Office offers an authorized online inmate search tool that gives individuals access to information on inmates currently held in the Detention Center. To request inmate records, you can contact the Lyon County detention facility to inquire about an inmate's status or visit the sheriff's office in person. Records of individuals transferred to state facilities can be searched using the Nevada Department of Corrections Inmate Locator tool.
Police Departments and Sheriff Offices in Lyon County
Arrest Records in Lyon County, Nevada
Lyon County arrest records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office, which is responsible for inmate records within the county. If you need to obtain these records, you can visit the Sheriff's Office Records Division at 911 Harvey Way, Yerington, NV 89447. Alternatively, individuals can contact the Nevada Department of Public Safety for statewide criminal history records which includes arrest records.
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- Dayton
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