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Public records are documents and information created or received by Nevada state agencies while conducting government business. This page provides information about the Nevada Public Records Act and how to locate or request public records.
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Nevada Public Records Act
Are all state records public records?
According to Nevada's Public Records Act "The presumption is, all agency records are open to public inspection and copying, unless they are specifically declared by law to be confidential." Confidential records often include personally identifiable information (PII), which is information that can be used to distinguish or trace an individual's identity.
For more information see:
Nevada Public Records Act: A Manual for State Agencies
How do I access public records?
To request access to recent or current public records, please contact the specific State agency that created the records and complete a public records request form with that agency.
To request access to historical state records held by the State Archives, in most cases it is not necessary to make a formal public records request. The State Archives holds records of historical value once they no long serve a business purpose for the respective agency. Please request records from the State Archives online via
Ask an Archivist
or by calling 775-684-3310.
Each public agency must adopt a policy which conforms to NRS Chapter 239 and The Nevada Public Records Act Manual. Agency policies should include basic procedural requirements, such as identifying the public records official, outlining the agency’s response process, and the agency’s fee structure. The following information shall be posted on each agencies website, if they maintain a website:
Policies and procedures for accessing public records.
NRS 239.008(4)
A form which may be used to file a request.
NRS 239.008(4)
And explanation of fees and fee waivers.
NRS 239.052
When an agency receives a public records request, it shall be the policy of the agency to comply with all such requests for copies of information by members of the public, media, or state and federal government officials.
Per
NRS Chapter 239
,
all such requests shall be handled as expeditiously as possible.
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Skip to Main Content
Public Records
Public records are documents and information created or received by Nevada state agencies while conducting government business. This page provides information about the Nevada Public Records Act and how to locate or request public records.
Home
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Do I Find Public Records
Nevada Public Records Act
Are all state records public records?
According to Nevada's Public Records Act "The presumption is, all agency records are open to public inspection and copying, unless they are specifically declared by law to be confidential." Confidential records often include personally identifiable information (PII), which is information that can be used to distinguish or trace an individual's identity.
For more information see:
Nevada Public Records Act: A Manual for State Agencies
How do I access public records?
To request access to recent or current public records, please contact the specific State agency that created the records and complete a public records request form with that agency.
To request access to historical state records held by the State Archives, in most cases it is not necessary to make a formal public records request. The State Archives holds records of historical value once they no long serve a business purpose for the respective agency. Please request records from the State Archives online via
Ask an Archivist
or by calling 775-684-3310.
Each public agency must adopt a policy which conforms to NRS Chapter 239 and The Nevada Public Records Act Manual. Agency policies should include basic procedural requirements, such as identifying the public records official, outlining the agency’s response process, and the agency’s fee structure. The following information shall be posted on each agencies website, if they maintain a website:
Policies and procedures for accessing public records.
NRS 239.008(4)
A form which may be used to file a request.
NRS 239.008(4)
And explanation of fees and fee waivers.
NRS 239.052
When an agency receives a public records request, it shall be the policy of the agency to comply with all such requests for copies of information by members of the public, media, or state and federal government officials.
Per
NRS Chapter 239
,
all such requests shall be handled as expeditiously as possible.
<<
Previous:
Home
Next:
Where Do I Find Public Records >>
Last Updated:
Apr 3, 2026 2:15 PM
URL:
https://nsla.nv.gov/public-records
Print Page
Login to LibApps
The Nevada State Library, Archives, and Public Records are actively working to ensure our website conforms to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. We are currently updating our digital infrastructure to meet the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This initiative involves a comprehensive review of our web content to ensure it provides an equal experience for individuals with disabilities. We recognize that there may still be areas for improvement. If you encounter any barriers or have difficulty accessing any part of our site,
we want to hear from you.