Nevada Courthouse Dress Code & Attire Rules (2026)

Short answer: Clean, non-ripped dark jeans are generally accepted for jurors and traffic court visitors, but shorts, tank tops, flip-flops, and slides are prohibited across nearly all 2 courthouses in Nevada. Updated 2026-11-04

All 2 county courthouses in Nevada enforce judicial decorum dress codes: shorts, flip-flops, tank tops, halter tops, pajamas, and hats are prohibited in courtrooms. Judges and bailiffs may refuse entry or reset your hearing if you are improperly dressed. Nevada District Courts (Clark County Regional Justice Center in Las Vegas and Washoe County in Reno) allow visitors and jurors to carry silenced cell phones through security.

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Clark County
Clark County Courthouse (Las Vegas)
“Courtroom Decorum Order (Clark County): "Business casual required. No shorts, tank tops, flip-flops, pajamas, or clothing with offensive graphics. Hats must be removed upon entering courtrooms. Judges and bailiffs may deny entry or reschedule appearances for inappropriate attire."”
Las Vegas Strict decorum: No shorts, tank tops, flip-flops, or hats No lockers Free Validated
Washoe County
Washoe County Courthouse (Reno)
“Courtroom Decorum Order (Washoe County): "Business casual required. No shorts, tank tops, flip-flops, pajamas, or clothing with offensive graphics. Hats must be removed upon entering courtrooms. Judges and bailiffs may deny entry or reschedule appearances for inappropriate attire."”
Reno Strict decorum: No shorts, tank tops, flip-flops, or hats No lockers Free Validated
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you wear jeans or shorts to court in Nevada?

Clean, non-ripped dark jeans are generally accepted for jurors and traffic court visitors, but shorts, tank tops, flip-flops, and slides are prohibited across nearly all 2 courthouses in Nevada.

How is this courthouse policy data verified?

We verify every county against official Court Administrative Orders (.gov), Jury Commissioner instructions, and Sheriff Court Security directives. Last verified 2026-11-04.

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