MISSION STATEMENT

The Justice Court is committed to the impartial administration of justice and the protection of rights of individuals and society.

DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

East Fork Township Justice Court has jurisdiction in matters pertaining to small claims, evictions, traffic citations, misdemeanors, and limited jurisdiction regarding civil actions, and felony and gross misdemeanor matters. The Court performs a myriad of duties and functions mandated by the Nevada State Legislature and the Nevada Supreme Court.  The Court also provides assistance and works closely with various criminal defendants and numerous justice agencies. 

In addition, the Court issues search warrants and arrest warrants, holds arraignments and trials for misdemeanor cases; and handles gross misdemeanor and felony cases from the initial arrest through the preliminary hearing stage, including bail setting and probable cause determinations. The Court is responsible for issuing, reporting and monitoring temporary protective orders for domestic violence or stalking and harassment. The Court hears civil cases with jurisdictional amounts up to $10,000.00 and small claims cases up to $5,000.00. Citizens may represent themselves in civil and criminal matters; however, certain civil and criminal matters should generally be handled by the citizen’s attorney.