Quick Reference
Henderson Justice Court serves Henderson Township and is separate from Las Vegas Justice Court and Henderson Municipal Court. Address: 243 S. Water St., Henderson, NV 89015. Phone: (702) 455-7945. Handles misdemeanors, traffic violations, civil cases up to $15,000, and small claims up to $10,000. Online ticket payment is available through the Clark County Courts website.
Court Information at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 243 S. Water St., Henderson, NV 89015 |
| Phone | (702) 455-7945 |
| Hours | Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Website | www.clarkcountycourts.us |
| Township served | Henderson Township (includes portions of Henderson and surrounding unincorporated areas) |
| Civil jurisdiction | Claims up to $15,000 |
| Small claims limit | $10,000 |
| Online payment | Available at clarkcountycourts.us |
Jurisdiction: Henderson Justice Court vs. Other Courts
Henderson has two distinct courts that share the same building at 243 S. Water St. but have different jurisdictions — understanding which court handles your case is important:
| Court | Jurisdiction | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Henderson Justice Court | State law violations within Henderson Township; civil up to $15K; small claims up to $10K | Nevada traffic statutes, state misdemeanor charges, DUI (state law), small claims |
| Henderson Municipal Court | Henderson city ordinance violations within city limits | Henderson city parking violations, Henderson noise ordinances, Henderson-specific code violations |
| Clark County District Court | Felonies, civil over $10K, family law, probate | Felony DUI (with injury), divorce, civil suits over $15K |
Your citation will indicate which court you need to appear in. Nevada traffic citations issued by Henderson Police or Nevada Highway Patrol within Henderson Township go to Henderson Justice Court. Citations for violations of Henderson city ordinances go to Henderson Municipal Court.
Traffic Violations in Henderson Justice Court
Henderson is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States, and its road network — including the busy US-95 corridor, Eastern Avenue, and Green Valley Parkway — generates significant traffic citation volume. When you receive a state traffic citation in Henderson Township, your options are:
- Pay the fine online — Accepted as a conviction; adds DMV demerit points to your Nevada driving record
- Traffic school — One DMV-approved course per 12-month period removes up to 3 demerit points (NRS 483.4735)
- Contest the ticket — Enter a not guilty plea and request a trial by declaration (written) or in-person trial
Tip: Check Your DMV Point Balance Before Deciding
If you are approaching 12 demerit points on your Nevada DMV record, paying another ticket could trigger license suspension. Check your point balance at dmvnv.com before deciding whether to pay, use traffic school, or contest the citation. A traffic attorney can often negotiate a reduced charge that carries fewer or no points.
Small Claims and Civil Cases in Henderson
Henderson Justice Court handles civil cases with claims up to $15,000 and small claims disputes up to $10,000. Henderson's growing population of homeowners, renters, and small businesses generates a steady stream of small claims matters including:
- Security deposit disputes with Henderson landlords
- Unpaid contractor work on Henderson homes
- HOA fee disputes and minor property damage
- Consumer disputes with local businesses
- Unpaid personal debts
Small claims court is designed to be accessible without an attorney. However, for claims near the $10,000 or $15,000 ceiling, consulting a civil litigation attorney briefly before filing can help ensure your claim is properly framed and documented.
Finding an Attorney for Henderson Justice Court
For misdemeanor DUI cases, reckless driving charges, or traffic violations where your license or employment is at risk, retaining a Las Vegas metro criminal defense attorney before entering a plea is advisable. Many attorneys who practice in Las Vegas Justice Court also appear regularly in Henderson Justice Court. Browse traffic violation attorneys on NevadaAttorneyFinder.com or search DUI attorneys for the Henderson area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Henderson Justice Court handles misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors, traffic violations (state law), civil claims up to $15,000, small claims up to $10,000, and preliminary hearings in felony cases within Henderson Township. It is a separate court from Henderson Municipal Court (city ordinances) and Las Vegas Justice Court.
No. Both courts are located at 243 S. Water St. but have different jurisdictions. Henderson Justice Court handles state law violations (Nevada traffic statutes, state misdemeanor crimes) within Henderson Township. Henderson Municipal Court handles Henderson city ordinance violations within city limits. Your citation will identify which court applies.
Yes. Henderson Justice Court offers online ticket payment through clarkcountycourts.us. Paying online is a conviction and adds DMV demerit points to your record. If you are concerned about points or the impact on your insurance, consider contesting the citation or using traffic school before paying.
Enter a not guilty plea by the deadline shown on your citation — online, by mail, or in person at 243 S. Water St., Henderson. You may request a Trial by Declaration (written) or an in-person trial before a Henderson justice of the peace. A traffic attorney can often appear for you without requiring your presence at a trial.