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Nevada Jury Duty Guide (2026)

What Nevada pays for jury service, whether your employer has to keep paying you, and the exemptions and job protections the law gives you.

Updated for 2026 Last verified: Jun 10, 2026
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Jury pay & compensation

Daily jury pay
$40/day for each day in attendance after the second day of selection, and $40/day for each day sworn and serving (NRS § 6.150)
Transportation & parking
Yes — 36.5¢ per mile, but only if the juror's home is 30 or more miles from the trial (NRS § 6.150). Not the IRS rate.
Overnight / special circumstances
Yes — if home is 65+ miles from the trial and service lasts more than one day, a lodging allowance at the state-employee rate is paid for each day the juror does not return home.

Employer requirements

Employer required to pay
No — employers are not required to pay wages, but may not require the juror to use sick leave or vacation time (NRS § 6.190)
Job protection law
Yes — NRS § 6.190 bars terminating or threatening to terminate employment because of jury duty, with a civil action for unlawful termination
Exemptions
Excusals for undue hardship; people 70 or older or with certain medical conditions may be excused; no broad occupational exemptions

Additional information

Court applicability
Applies to District and Justice Courts (and Municipal Court for trial jurors).
Common questions

Nevada jury duty FAQ

How much does Nevada pay for jury duty?
$40/day for each day in attendance after the second day of selection, and $40/day for each day sworn and serving (NRS § 6.150). Yes - 36.5¢ per mile, but only if the juror's home is 30 or more miles from the trial (NRS § 6.150). Not the IRS rate.
Do employers in Nevada have to pay employees during jury duty?
No - employers are not required to pay wages, but may not require the juror to use sick leave or vacation time (NRS § 6.190)
What job protections exist for jurors in Nevada?
Yes - NRS § 6.190 bars terminating or threatening to terminate employment because of jury duty, with a civil action for unlawful termination
Who can be exempt from jury duty in Nevada?
Excusals for undue hardship; people 70 or older or with certain medical conditions may be excused; no broad occupational exemptions
Where can I find the official Nevada jury duty information?
You can find official information about jury duty in Nevada on the official court website or by reviewing the relevant statutes, both linked on this page.