Nevada Eviction Process Timeline: Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a Nevada renter facing eviction or want to understand your rights, knowing the step-by-step timeline can be empowering. Nevada law sets detailed rules for notice periods, court filings, and enforcement. This guide explains every stage of the Nevada eviction process in simple terms. You'll also find links to official forms, helpful resources, and direct actions you can take along the way.

Understanding the Nevada Eviction Process

In Nevada, eviction generally must follow a legal process governed by the Nevada Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (NRS Chapter 118A). The process protects both renters and landlords, ensuring notice and the opportunity to respond before losing your home.

Main Types of Eviction Notices

• 5-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit: For nonpayment of rent
• 5-Day Notice to Cure or Quit: For lease violations other than nonpayment (such as unauthorized occupants or pets)
• 7-Day Notice to Quit: For week-to-week tenancies
• 30-Day Notice to Quit: For month-to-month or periodic leases

Your landlord must serve the correct notice before filing for eviction with the court.

The Step-by-Step Eviction Timeline in Nevada

• Step 1: Written Notice is Served
  
  • Landlord serves an official notice (most commonly a 5-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit) using the correct form. For nonpayment: Nevada 5-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit
• Step 2: Response Period
  
  • As a renter, you have 5 court days (not including holidays/weekends) to pay, fix the issue, or formally contest ("answer") the notice.
• Step 3: Summary Eviction Complaint Filed
  
  • If you do not act, the landlord may file a Summary Eviction Complaint with the appropriate Justice Court.
  • Landlord must submit a copy of the notice and proof of service.
• Step 4: Tenant Can File an Answer
  
  • Use the Tenant’s Answer to Summary Eviction form (find the latest form here).
  • Filing an answer can lead to a court hearing.
• Step 5: Court Hearing (if requested)
  
  • If either party requests a hearing, the Justice Court will set a date.
  • Both sides may present evidence before a judge decides.
• Step 6: Court Judgment
  
  • If the court rules for the landlord, a Summary Eviction Order is issued.
  • The order is given to the constable for enforcement.
• Step 7: Removal by Constable
  
  • The constable provides a final notice—usually giving you 24-36 hours to move out.
  • If you stay past this period, the constable can physically remove you.

This process from notice to lockout can move swiftly—often within two weeks for nonpayment cases if you don’t respond. Always respond to notices and keep copies of all paperwork.

Official Eviction Forms in Nevada

• 5-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit (Nonpayment)
  When to use: Landlord uses this form to start eviction for unpaid rent. Get the official form
  Example: If you miss rent, your landlord must serve you this 5-day written notice before taking further action.
• Tenant’s Answer to Summary Eviction
  When to use: Renter uses this to formally contest the eviction and request a court hearing. Download the official answer form
  Example: If you believe the claim is unfair, fill out and file this answer with the court during your five-day response window.
• Summary Eviction Complaint
  When to use: Landlord files this with the court if the tenant does not respond to the eviction notice. Access the complaint form
  Example: If you did not answer the initial notice or resolve the rent issue, your landlord submits this complaint to escalate to court.

For a complete list of eviction forms, visit the Clark County Civil Law Self-Help Center.

Where Eviction Cases Are Handled in Nevada

Eviction cases in Nevada go through the local Justice Courts (sometimes called township Justice Courts). Each county has one. You can use the Nevada Court Locator to find your local Justice Court.

Key Nevada Tenant Rights

• Landlords cannot evict you without following the required notice and court process.
• You are entitled to written notice before court can be involved.
• You have the right to file an answer and request a court hearing.
• Eviction cannot be "self-help"—your landlord cannot change locks or remove property without a court order.

All rights are governed by the Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 118A.

FAQ: Nevada Eviction Timelines and Tenant Rights

1. How many days' notice must a landlord give for eviction in Nevada?
   Usually 5 days for nonpayment or lease violations, and 7 or 30 days for some other situations. Always check your notice for the stated deadline.
2. Can I stop an eviction after I get a notice?
   Often yes—by paying overdue rent, correcting a lease violation, or filing an answer form with the court during your response window.
3. Do I get a court hearing before being evicted in Nevada?
   Yes, if you file an answer in time, you have the right to a hearing. If you do not respond, the court may grant eviction without a hearing.
4. Where do I file my answer or respond to eviction papers?
   File your answer at your county's Justice Court. Use the Nevada Court Locator to find your court location.
5. Can a landlord lock me out without a court order in Nevada?
   No. Only a constable with a valid court order can remove you or change locks.

Key Takeaways for Nevada Renters Facing Eviction

• Evictions in Nevada follow a strict process—landlord notice, tenant response window, court filing, and possible hearing.
• Always respond to eviction documents and keep records of what you file or receive.
• Justice Courts handle all residential eviction cases in Nevada.
• Access official forms and support through government links provided above.

Need Help? Resources for Renters

• Find your Justice Court for filing answers or questions about your case
• Clark County Civil Law Self-Help Center – Free legal info and printable forms
• Full Nevada landlord-tenant statutes (NRS 118A)
• Nevada Legal Services – Free or low-cost legal help for eligible Nevada renters
• Nevada Housing Division – Housing resources and crisis assistance

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1. Eviction laws: Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 118A – Landlord and Tenant
2. Nevada eviction forms: Clark County Civil Law Self-Help Center
3. Court system info: Nevada Justice Courts

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