Misdemeanor offenses committed within the county limits are handled by the local Justice Courts as are all gross misdemeanors and felonies. The Court holds arraignments six days per week. Jailed defendants are arraigned via closed-circuit video eliminating the need to transport them to the Court. These arraignments are for those posting bail or bond at the jail, those released on their own recognizance, and those cited rather than arrested. Trials in the Court are without a jury.
Legal representation is provided by contract attorneys for indigent defendants if necessary.
Sentencing - Upon being found guilty or entering a plea of guilty, either at arraignment or trial, the defendant will be required to comply with certain Court orders including jail time, fines, diversion programs, community service, or some alternative to jail time. Compliance with sentences is monitored by Court personnel and warrants are issued for defendants found in non-compliance. When fines are imposed, the Judicial Enforcement Unit monitors payment contracts that may be established between the defendant and the Court. We hope you find the Reno Municipal Court website interesting as well as informative. Remember, this is a work in progress and we welcome your comments and advice.