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About Us

We are the public law library for Washoe County. As a public library, everyone is welcome to use any and all of the library's legal resources. Our staff is dedicated to helping you find and access the law. We invite you to visit or call the law library for further assistance.

Our Mission

The mission of the Washoe County Law Library is to enhance access to justice by (1) providing legal information, education, resources, tools, and materials, in print and digital formats, to those engaged with the justice system, and (2) partnering with the courts, bar associations, legal clinics, civic organizations, and government entities to help ensure the legal needs of the community are addressed.

Strategic Plan

Law Library Strategic Plan for 2025-2030

Technology for Public Use

  • Computers: Four public computers, three computers with access to Westlaw legal research database, three Zoom computers, and two Contexte terminals which allow patrons to search the court record. Patrons can print from all terminals except those used for accessing Contexte and Zoom.
  • Wifi: There is free Wifi in the Courthouse.
  • Printing & Copying: Patrons can print and make copies for $.25 a page. Wifi printing is also available.
  • Scanning: Patrons can scan to a flash drive for free.
  • Free Library Online Resources: Includes legal forms and law research databases.

Library Policies

  • Confidentiality of Library Records Policy: This policy covers procedures for the handling and protection of library records and the confidentiality of all patrons’ library records.
  • Internet Safety Policy: This policy informs the public of the Law Library’s compliance with the Children’s Internet Protection Act, which requires the Court to implement internet traffic filtering on publicly accessible internet-connected computer terminals for the purpose of protecting minors from harmful content on the Internet.
  • Lawyer in the Library Participation Rules: All individuals wishing to participate in the Lawyer in the Library program are required to adhere to the Lawyer in the Library Participation Rules. Violations of the Lawyer in the Library Participation Rules or the Lawyer in the Library Disclaimer may result in ejection and/or suspension from participation in the Lawyer in the Library program.
  • Library Card Policy: This policy informs the public about the Law Library’s lending practices and how to apply for a library card in order to borrow items.
  • Meeting Room Use Policy: The meeting rooms provided by the Washoe County Law Library are prioritized for Law Library and Court-related programs. They may be reserved or used by other individuals for legal-related matters when not otherwise reserved or in use.
  • Patron Conduct Policy: The policy informs patrons of appropriate conduct while visiting the Law Library. It also describes inappropriate behavior and the consequences resulting from such behavior.

Parking

Parking near the court complex can be challenging. There are metered spots on the streets near the court complex. Unmetered parking is located on the streets several blocks west of the court complex. You may also park in the Parking Gallery, located on the corner of First and Sierra Streets. The Court does not provide parking validation unless you are a juror. Oversized vehicles (6'8" and over) and motorcycles cannot park in the Parking Gallery.

** Please note: Arlington Street is closed for bridge repair. The Parking Gallery can be accessed from Sierra Street or West Street only. **

Contact

Washoe County Law Library
Second Judicial District Court
75 Court Street, Room 101
Reno, NV 89501
(775) 328-3250
LawLibrary@washoecourts.us

Hours of Operation

Monday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Saturday: Closed

Note: Law Library will remain closed on all legal holidays listed in NRS 236.015, and at 5:00 pm the evening before a holiday.

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