Carlin Municipal Court

Carlin Municipal Court cases in Elko County, Carlin, NV

Carlin Municipal Court is a municipal court serving the City of Carlin, Nevada. It is a court of limited jurisdiction in the local judicial system, handling misdemeanor criminal offenses, traffic and parking violations, and violations of Carlin municipal ordinances that occur within city limits. The court conducts arraignments, pretrial proceedings, trials, and sentencing in these matters, and issues warrants and sets bail. It does not hear felony cases, family law, probate, or general civil disputes; those are handled by the local Justice Court or the Fourth Judicial District Court. Its jurisdiction and procedures are defined by Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 5 and applicable city code.

Carlin Municipal Court Contact and Location Information

Services and Case Types Handled in Carlin Municipal Court

Carlin Municipal Court serves the public by adjudicating:
- Misdemeanor criminal offenses and city ordinance violations within city limits
- Traffic citations and parking violations

Services include:
- Case filings and docket management for these matters; intake of motions, requests, and payment/extension applications
- Court hearings: arraignments, pretrial conferences, trials (bench or jury when applicable), sentencings, compliance/probation reviews, and warrant proceedings
- Jury services: juror summons, qualification, orientation, and management for municipal jury trials
- Payments and collections: fine/fee payments, payment plans, community service credit, and record-clearance eligibility guidance when applicable
- Records: access to case information, copies, and certificates per statute
- Protective orders: information and referrals to the appropriate Elko County court for issuance of TPOs

Note: Does not handle small claims, civil, or felony matters; those are heard in Justice/District Courts.