Nevada Courthouse Security Line Wait Times & Hours (2026)

Short answer: Arrive at least 20 to 35 minutes before your scheduled courtroom call. Monday and Tuesday mornings have the longest magnetometer lines due to new jury panels checking in simultaneously. Updated 2026-11-04

Morning security checkpoint wait times in Nevada range from 10 to 25 minutes during peak 8:00 AM – 9:15 AM docket call. The longest typical queue is at Clark County Courthouse (Las Vegas) (~25 mins). 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.

County CourthouseCitySecurity line wait timesPhone LockersJuror Parking
Clark County
Clark County Courthouse (Las Vegas)
“Peak screening window is 8:00 AM – 9:15 AM during Monday/Tuesday jury call (25 min typical queue at magnetometers; belts, metal, and bags x-rayed).”
Las Vegas ~25 mins peak (arrive 35 mins early) No lockers Free Validated
Washoe County
Washoe County Courthouse (Reno)
“Peak screening window is 8:00 AM – 9:15 AM during Monday/Tuesday jury call (10 min typical queue at magnetometers; belts, metal, and bags x-rayed).”
Reno ~10 mins peak (arrive 20 mins early) No lockers Free Validated
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Frequently Asked Questions

How early should I arrive for an 8:30 AM or 9:00 AM court date in Nevada?

Arrive at least 20 to 35 minutes before your scheduled courtroom call. Monday and Tuesday mornings have the longest magnetometer lines due to new jury panels checking in simultaneously.

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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