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Legislation Details
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On agenda:
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5/19/2026
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Final action:
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Title:
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Approve and authorize the acceptance of Assembly Bill 4 (AB4) Implementation funding through the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) in the amount of $400,203 to support implementation of statutory reporting requirements effective January 1, 2026; authorize the LVJC Chief Judge or Court Administrator to sign the grant award acceptance letter and any additional documents related thereto; and authorize the development and implementation of necessary technology, reporting processes, and administrative support required to comply with AB4 provisions, including, without limitation: preparation and submission of reports as required under AB4 to the Board of County Commissioners and the Nevada Legislature; and coordination with county and state stakeholders to support data reporting. (For possible action)
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CLARK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA ITEM
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Petitioner: |
Melisa De La Garza, Chief Justice of the Peace, Las Vegas Justice Court |
Recommendation:
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Approve and authorize the acceptance of Assembly Bill 4 (AB4) Implementation funding through the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) in the amount of $400,203 to support implementation of statutory reporting requirements effective January 1, 2026; authorize the LVJC Chief Judge or Court Administrator to sign the grant award acceptance letter and any additional documents related thereto; and authorize the development and implementation of necessary technology, reporting processes, and administrative support required to comply with AB4 provisions, including, without limitation: preparation and submission of reports as required under AB4 to the Board of County Commissioners and the Nevada Legislature; and coordination with county and state stakeholders to support data reporting. (For possible action)
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FISCAL IMPACT:
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Fund #: |
2161.000 |
Fund Name: |
Court Education Program - Grant Funding |
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Fund Center: |
1184550000 |
Funded PGM/Grant: |
TBD |
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Amount: |
$403,200 |
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Description: |
Las Vegas Justice Court AB4 Implementation Project |
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Additional Comments: |
The total award amount of $400,203 will support implementation of AB4 requirements, including technology enhancements, reporting compliance, and administrative support. Funding is provided through the Administrative Office of the Courts to assist local jurisdictions with implementation of statutory mandates. |
BACKGROUND:
Assembly Bill 4 (AB4) revises provisions relating to public safety and requires counties with populations of 700,000 or more to designate geographic “corridors” where criminal activity presents heightened risks to public safety and economic stability.
Pursuant to AB4, justice courts whose jurisdiction includes such corridors are authorized to establish specialized programs for the adjudication of misdemeanor offenses occurring within these designated areas. Additionally, the court is required to prepare and submit monthly reports to the Board of County Commissioners and annual reports to the Nevada Legislature detailing corridor-related case activity, outcomes, and program performance metrics.
The AB4 Implementation funding provided through the Administrative Office of the Courts supports the development of necessary infrastructure, staffing, and reporting mechanisms to ensure compliance with statutory requirements. These efforts will enhance the Court’s ability to address high-volume misdemeanor activity within designated corridors, improve data-driven decision-making, and support coordinated public safety strategies across local and state agencies, with provisions becoming effective January 1, 2026.
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