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Clark County NV Arrest Records
Recent Bookings, Jail Inmate Searches, Criminal Court Records & Official Lookup Instructions
Looking for Clark County Nevada recent arrests? Start with the official Clark County Detention Center search, then check city detention facilities or criminal court records when the county roster does not answer your question.
This guide explains how to search by name, inmate ID, or case number, find the correct jail, request arrest reports, and understand what public records do—and do not—establish.
Important: The official Clark County Detention Center database reports current custody, not a complete history of all recent arrests. The county states that its data is periodically updated and that commercial use of the inmate data is prohibited. An arrest or booking does not establish guilt.
Where to Search Clark County Nevada Recent Arrests
Clark County does not have one official online roster covering every arrest made in Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, and the surrounding communities.
Different detention facilities maintain separate custody information. The correct search depends on the arrest location, the agency involved, and whether the person remains in local custody.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department inmate-search directory identifies four main local detention-search channels: Clark County Detention Center, Las Vegas City Jail, North Las Vegas, and Henderson.
Which database should you check first?
If the arrest occurred in an area served by LVMPD, begin with the Clark County Detention Center, commonly called CCDC. If there is no matching custody record, check the City of Las Vegas Detention Center when appropriate.
For arrests handled through North Las Vegas or Henderson, search those cities’ detention systems. Their rosters are not part of the CCDC public search.
For an individual who has been transferred into Nevada state-prison custody following a sentence, use the Nevada Department of Corrections inmate search.
Keep the search focused: A current jail search helps locate a person in custody. A historical arrest report provides information about an earlier event. Court records provide information about charges formally filed and the outcome of legal proceedings.
How to Search the Clark County Detention Center Roster
CCDC’s official in-custody search accepts three types of identifiers: an inmate name, an inmate ID, or a Justice Court case number.
Unlike some general inmate directories, its search form instructs users to use only one input field at a time. This makes choosing the correct identifier especially important.
Step-by-step CCDC lookup
- Open the official search
Visit CCDC Inmate Information Search, the search linked from the county’s official detention-center website.
- Choose one search field
Select inmate name, inmate ID, or Justice Court case number. The public form specifies that only one field should be entered for a search.
- Enter the identifying information
For a surname search, enter at least two letters of the last name. The county recommends using more letters when possible to narrow the matches.
- Submit the search
Review matching entries. Where the form provides an additional option to find a person by ID or case number, use it to open the current custody information.
- Check the result details
Review the available custody status, arrest date, case reference, listed charges, bail fields, and scheduled court information. Not every field appears for every person.
- Confirm information when necessary
Call 702-671-3900 if the individual cannot be found or if a current custody determination is required.
Which search field is best?
| Search Type | What to Enter | When to Use It |
|---|---|---|
| Inmate name | At least two letters of the last name. | When you know the person’s name but not the booking identifier. |
| Inmate ID | The inmate identification number. | When an official jail document already provides the ID. |
| Justice Court case number | A related Justice Court case reference. | When you have an official case number but not an inmate ID. |
Does a missing result mean the person was not arrested?
No. CCDC states that its public database contains people currently in its custody. A person arrested earlier and released, or held at a city facility, may not appear in the CCDC results.
The county also excludes people younger than 18 and those in protective custody from its public search.
What if the person is listed as John Doe or Jane Doe?
CCDC explains that a person booked without established identification cannot post bail until the facility completes the required identification process.
If you have lawful identification relevant to a person booked as John Doe or Jane Doe, contact the detention center’s information line for instructions. Do not publicly share identity documents or assume that a similarly named entry is the correct person.
Clark County Jail and Detention Center Directory
Search the facility associated with the arresting jurisdiction. These services operate separate public systems.
| Detention Facility | Contact | Official Lookup |
|---|---|---|
| Clark County Detention Center Las Vegas | 702-671-3900 | Search CCDC custody |
| Las Vegas City Jail City detention system | 702-229-6444, option 3 | Search Las Vegas inmates |
| North Las Vegas Detention and Corrections | 702-633-1400 | Search North Las Vegas |
| Henderson Detention Center | 702-267-4652 | Search Henderson inmates |
| Nevada Department of Corrections State prison custody | Family Services: 775-977-5707 | Search state inmates |
Clark County Detention Center
CCDC is operated through the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department’s detention services. Its official public information line is 702-671-3900.
The facility is located at 330 South Casino Center Boulevard, Las Vegas, Nevada 89101. This is different from LVMPD’s headquarters on South Martin Luther King Boulevard.
Las Vegas City Jail
According to the City of Las Vegas, people arrested on misdemeanor offenses within city limits are booked into the city detention facility at 3200 Stewart Avenue.
The city’s separate inmate search accepts first-name, last-name, and inmate-ID information. Its custody records should not be confused with CCDC’s database.
North Las Vegas Detention Center
The City of North Las Vegas maintains its own public Offender Search. The associated inmate-search system provides name-based lookup for people in the city’s detention and corrections facility.
If the online search is unavailable, contact the facility or use the City of North Las Vegas detention department’s instructions.
Henderson Detention Center
Henderson Police operates a separate inmate information search. According to its official website, available records may include charges, booking dates, release dates when posted, and bond amounts.
The city also warns against using the search results to threaten, harass, or intimidate someone in custody.
Why are there several jail systems?
Clark County contains multiple cities and law enforcement jurisdictions. The agency handling an arrest and the court with jurisdiction over the offense can affect where someone is booked or detained.
When the arresting agency is unknown, begin with CCDC, then check the relevant city jail rather than assuming there is one countywide booking list.
How to Read Recent Arrest and Booking Information
A public custody entry may contain identity information, a detention or booking number, case references, arrest dates, bail information, and related court events.
The official CCDC in-custody result system displays fields including case, charge, status, related case, arrest date, detainer, cash bail, surety bail, housing, and scheduled court department or action.
These fields are administrative records. Their meaning depends on the current case and the agency maintaining the information.
| Field | What It Generally Means |
|---|---|
| Inmate ID | An identification number used by the detention center. |
| Arrest date | The date associated with the reported arrest event. |
| Charge | The alleged offense listed in the custody system, which may differ from later court filings. |
| Case number | A reference connecting the record to a court or case process. |
| Detainer | An additional custody-related hold or legal request that may affect release. |
| Cash or surety bail | Reported bail information associated with particular charges or proceedings. |
| Scheduled court event | A listed court action, department, date, or time where available. |
Is a booking record the same as an arrest report?
No. An arrest report generally documents the law enforcement event, including the alleged offense and circumstances of the arrest. A booking record concerns the administrative processing and custody of the individual at a detention facility.
An incident report is another distinct record, which may describe an event even when no arrest occurs.
Do booking charges always become court charges?
No. Prosecutors may file, amend, reduce, or decline charges, and courts may later dismiss charges or enter other dispositions.
For an accurate description of the legal outcome, consult the court’s official case record rather than relying only on the original jail entry.
Can you find all arrests from the last 24 hours?
The official CCDC search is a current-custody lookup, not an unrestricted public archive of everyone arrested in a specified 24-hour period. People released before the search may no longer appear.
If you need an arrest report from a specific date, identify the arresting agency and follow its records request procedure.
Are booking photographs available?
Availability depends on the official record and the publishing agency. Do not assume that a third-party mugshot collection is complete or current.
A photograph created during booking does not prove that the person committed an offense.
How to Search Clark County Nevada Criminal Court Cases
Finding someone in jail is only one part of researching an arrest. Court records help establish which charges were formally filed, whether hearings occurred, and what outcome was recorded.
Clark County has several courts with different responsibilities. A Justice Court case is not necessarily displayed in the same system as a District Court felony case or a municipal matter.
Las Vegas Justice Court
Justice Court handles matters within its jurisdiction, including many lower-level criminal cases and early proceedings in felony matters. A Justice Court case number can also be useful when searching CCDC’s current-custody database.
Use the official court records inquiry system and select the applicable court category, or consult the Las Vegas Justice Court website for the correct search route.
Eighth Judicial District Court
The Eighth Judicial District Court serves Clark County and handles felony cases as well as civil, family, and probate matters within its jurisdiction.
Its Case and Calendar Inquiry instructions explain how to locate public case information and court calendars.
Step-by-step court record search
- Identify the court
Use the court name or case number shown on a jail, citation, or hearing document. If necessary, contact the court clerk to determine the correct jurisdiction.
- Open the appropriate official portal
For District Court cases, use the Eighth Judicial District Court case inquiry. For Justice Court matters, use the correct Justice Court public search.
- Search by party or case number
Enter the available official case identifier. A case number is preferable when several individuals share similar names.
- Review docket information
Look for filed charges, hearing dates, court orders, case minutes, and any available disposition information.
- Request official documents where needed
Contact the clerk if a document is unavailable online or if you require a certified copy or confirmation of the court’s record.
What if a court case is not found?
A missing search result can arise from an incorrect court, spelling differences, filing delays, a sealed case, or an arrest that has not produced a public court filing.
The Eighth Judicial District Court explains that sealed cases are not available through its public internet search. The Clerk of the Court maintains the official case files and can explain appropriate access procedures.
Example: A person is listed in the CCDC custody database with an alleged offense. That entry does not show whether a prosecutor eventually filed the same charge or whether the court entered a conviction. The court record is the appropriate source for those later developments.
How to Request Older Clark County Arrest Reports
The county’s general public records portal is not the appropriate custodian for every police or detention record. Clark County expressly directs requesters to the specific law enforcement agency or court responsible for the document.
For records created by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, begin with LVMPD’s Requesting Report Copies instructions.
How to request an LVMPD arrest report
- Determine the record type. Identify whether the document is an arrest report, incident report, or another type of police record.
- Collect the event details. Prepare the LVMPD event number if known, the recorded names, relevant date and time, and the incident location.
- Check eligibility and identification requirements. LVMPD may require valid photo identification, proof of involvement, or properly documented authorization depending on the report and requester.
- Choose a permitted request method. LVMPD provides online, in-person, and mail instructions for eligible report copies.
- Review fees and delivery options. The applicable cost and delivery method depend on the document and the request procedure.
- Retain the request acknowledgement. Follow the agency’s instructions for receiving, collecting, or correcting your report.
When will the report be available?
LVMPD’s report-copy guidance advises allowing up to ten business days after a report is filed before the document becomes available for dissemination. This is not a guarantee that every requested record will be disclosed.
Disclosure may be restricted by privacy laws, an investigation, or another applicable legal exemption.
Can you obtain someone else’s arrest report?
Access depends on the nature of the document and the applicable legal process. LVMPD’s Records and Fingerprint Bureau explains that obtaining another person’s arrest record through its personal-record procedure requires specific written and notarized authorization.
General Nevada Public Records Act requests follow separate rules and are subject to disclosure exemptions. Do not confuse an individual’s authorized arrest-history request with a request for an existing agency public record.
LVMPD Records and Fingerprint Bureau
- Agency
- Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department
- Records address
- 400 S. Martin Luther King Boulevard, Building C, Las Vegas, NV 89106
- Public Records Unit
- 702-828-7489
- Official instructions
- LVMPD Public Records
What about Henderson and North Las Vegas police reports?
Requests should go to the police department responsible for the incident. A report prepared by Henderson Police or North Las Vegas Police should not automatically be requested from LVMPD.
Use the relevant city police records office and confirm its present forms, identity requirements, and applicable fees.
Clark County Jail Visitation, Bail, and Inmate Services
After locating a person in the correct detention center, the next question may concern visitation, bond conditions, communication, or obtaining proof of incarceration.
These services have separate rules from the public inmate search.
CCDC visitation registration
According to the official Clark County Detention Center visitation instructions, visitors must register online or in person before scheduling visits.
Registration requires a valid photo ID and an email address. Online registration is available throughout the day. The county lists in-person registration at CCDC from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., seven days per week.
Social visit duration and remote fees
CCDC states that social visits, whether onsite or remote video, last 25 minutes. Effective April 6, 2026, the official published cost for a 25-minute remote video visit is $4.75.
Available times and eligibility can depend on housing assignments, behavior, staffing, lockdowns, and other facility requirements. Check the current official visitation page before paying or scheduling.
Understanding bail and release
A public custody entry may include cash bail or surety bail information. However, a reported amount does not automatically establish that release can occur immediately.
Other charges, holds, identification procedures, judicial conditions, or administrative requirements may affect release.
Use the official CCDC detention services directory to find the current pretrial services and bail instructions.
Obtaining a letter of incarceration
CCDC publishes a separate Letter of Incarceration procedure. The official instructions identify an email request route and ask the requester to supply a valid email or mailing address for the response.
If you need official confirmation for a legal, benefits, or administrative purpose, follow that procedure rather than treating a screenshot of a public jail result as a certified record.
Inmate communications and funds
CCDC provides separate official pages for telephone services, inmate funds, commissary, and inmate mail. Each service has its own rules and payment methods.
Avoid using an unfamiliar payment service without confirming that it is authorized by the facility. Incorrect inmate identification details can result in payments being applied to the wrong account.
Why a Recent Clark County Arrest May Not Appear Online
There are several common reasons why an arrest may not produce a matching result in the CCDC search.
The person was released
The CCDC tool is designed for current custody. Someone who was booked and later released may no longer appear in its public results.
The person is in a different jail
Check Las Vegas City Jail, Henderson, or North Las Vegas depending on the arrest location and agency. These systems are maintained separately.
The arrest or intake is very recent
Identification and processing may be incomplete. The official website acknowledges that the database is updated periodically, rather than guaranteeing instantaneous reporting.
The person is in protective custody or is a juvenile
CCDC explicitly excludes individuals under 18 and people in protective custody from the public search.
The person is listed under a different recorded identity
Name variations and unknown-identity bookings can affect online searches. Contact the jail for the appropriate identification or verification procedure.
The person was transferred to state prison
Use the Nevada Department of Corrections search when the person has entered the state correctional system.
The record is sealed or otherwise restricted
A court may restrict access to a case or particular records. The absence of a public result does not establish that the underlying incident never occurred.
What to do after several unsuccessful searches
Check that the arrest occurred within the jurisdiction you are searching. Verify the correct surname and case number. If the person may be in CCDC custody, telephone 702-671-3900.
For older events, move from an inmate lookup to the responsible police records office or court clerk.
Nevada Arrest Record Sealing and Corrections
Nevada provides legal procedures for sealing certain criminal records. Eligibility depends on the charge, case outcome, prior record, timing, and applicable statutory restrictions.
Sealing is different from correcting an inaccurate record. It also does not necessarily mean all underlying information has been physically destroyed.
What happens after a dismissal or acquittal?
Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 179 includes provisions addressing the sealing of records after dismissal, a decision not to prosecute, or acquittal. Specific circumstances determine when and how a petition may be filed.
Review the current Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 179 rather than relying on older summaries of waiting periods.
Where can Clark County residents find forms?
The Clark County District Attorney’s record-sealing section provides information about its stipulation process, requirements, and relevant forms.
The District Attorney’s process does not necessarily cover municipal court matters. Confirm that the petition is directed to the proper court and agency.
What documents may be required?
The applicable sealing procedure may require a current verified criminal history report, information identifying arrests and convictions, and documents relating to the relevant criminal proceedings.
Follow the current forms and instructions because filing requirements differ by case type and legal basis.
How do you correct a mistaken identity?
First identify which government agency maintains the information. A police arrest report, court record, and state criminal-history entry may need different correction procedures.
If the problem involves an incorrect court outcome, obtain the appropriate court documentation before seeking changes from another custodian.
Legal distinction: Eligibility for sealing should not be inferred merely because a charge was dismissed or an individual was released. Statutory conditions, exceptions, and court requirements still apply.
Clark County Detention Center Location and Map
The Clark County Detention Center is located in downtown Las Vegas, near the Regional Justice Center.
This is the detention facility associated with the county’s official CCDC current-custody search. It is not the same location as LVMPD headquarters or the separate Las Vegas City Jail on Stewart Avenue.
- Facility
- Clark County Detention Center (CCDC)
- Street address
- 330 South Casino Center Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89101
- Information line
- 702-671-3900
- Operating department
- Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department
- Official facility information
- LVMPD CCDC Information
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Should you visit the jail to check a booking?
Begin with the official online inmate search or call the information line. A visit is generally unnecessary for an initial custody inquiry.
For visitation, paperwork, identification, or other in-person services, contact the facility before arriving and confirm the correct entrance and requirements.
Clark County Nevada Arrest Records: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Clark County Nevada recent arrests?
Begin with the official Clark County Detention Center in-custody search. It shows current CCDC custody, not every historical arrest. For other jurisdictions, check the appropriate city detention center.
Can I search Clark County arrests by name?
Yes. The CCDC inmate search accepts at least two letters of the last name. You can also search by inmate ID or Justice Court case number, using one field per search.
Does Clark County have a last-24-hours arrest list?
The official CCDC search is a current-custody database rather than a complete public archive of every arrest made during the previous 24 hours. Released people may no longer appear.
How can I find someone arrested in Las Vegas?
Check CCDC and Las Vegas City Jail, depending on the jurisdiction and offense. LVMPD publishes links to both official search systems.
Are Clark County mugshots available?
Photograph availability varies by agency and record. Do not assume every public custody result includes a photograph. A booking photograph does not establish guilt.
How can I confirm if someone is in CCDC?
Use the official inmate search and contact the CCDC information line at 702-671-3900 for the most current information.
Does the CCDC roster include juveniles?
No. The county states that people younger than 18 do not appear in the public inmate-search results.
Why can’t I find a person in the county jail roster?
The person may have been released, held at another facility, transferred, or excluded from the public database. The record may also be delayed or require a different identifier.
Where can I search Henderson arrests?
Use the official Henderson Police Detention Center inmate information system at inmateinfo.cityofhenderson.com. It is separate from CCDC’s database.
Where can I search North Las Vegas inmates?
Use the City of North Las Vegas detention and corrections offender search, or call the detention center at 702-633-1400.
How do I find older Las Vegas arrest reports?
Follow LVMPD’s Records and Fingerprint Bureau report-copy procedures. Requests may require event details, valid identification, authorization, and applicable fees.
Are arrest records and criminal convictions the same?
No. An arrest concerns a law enforcement event. A conviction is a legal determination made through the court process. Court records are necessary to verify the legal outcome.
Can Nevada arrest records be sealed?
Certain records may qualify under Nevada law. Eligibility and filing requirements depend on the case and applicable statutes. Consult Chapter 179 of the Nevada Revised Statutes and the appropriate court’s instructions.
Can I use these records for employment screening?
A public inmate lookup is not a substitute for an authorized, legally compliant employment background check. Regulated screening may be subject to the Fair Credit Reporting Act and other applicable laws.
Official Sources for Clark County Nevada Arrest Information
Use these government resources for current custody information, arrest-report requests, legal case records, and detention services.
- Clark County Detention Center: Official inmate search instructions and direct custody lookup.
- Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department: Regional detention facility search directory.
- City of Las Vegas: Detention Services and city inmate search.
- City of North Las Vegas: Offender Search.
- Henderson Police: Detention inmate information.
- Nevada Department of Corrections: State prison inmate search.
- LVMPD Records Bureau: Arrest and incident report request instructions.
- Eighth Judicial District Court: Case and Calendar Inquiry.
- Clark County District Attorney: Criminal record-sealing instructions.
- Nevada Legislature: Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 179.
- Clark County Detention Center: Official visitation rules and scheduling instructions.
What Should You Do Next?
If someone may currently be in Clark County Detention Center, use the official inmate search or call 702-671-3900. If there is no matching record, check the city jail associated with the arresting jurisdiction.
For a prior arrest, request an eligible report from the police agency that created it. For filed charges and legal outcomes, use the correct Justice Court, District Court, or municipal court records.
Always distinguish an allegation, an arrest, a booking, a current custody status, and a criminal conviction.