Searching Storey County: what to expect
Storey County publishes some records directly — 3 local sources below — and leans on state systems for the rest. The county docket is online at storeycounty.org — one of the more useful local sources, since Nevada has no single statewide court search. Two local sources do most of the work — storeycountynv-web.tylerhost.net for local vital-records requests, storeynv.devnetwedge.com for parcel and property-tax data. For recorded documents there's no county-level source online — the statewide routes on the Nevada recorded documents page cover that piece.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Storey County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Nevada state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Storey County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Storey County, Nevada — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
4,112
Population
Census estimate
1,692
Households
Census estimate
$86,932
Median income
Annual household
$297,800
Median home value
Census ACS
Virginia City
County seat
In Nevada
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
4 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
2 sources
Vital records
2 sources
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Storey County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Storey County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | District Court | Storey County, NV - Official Website Courthouse | Storey County, NV - Official Website |
| Criminal records | Sex Offenders DPS Public Records Request Form |
| Wants & warrants | |
| Property records | Storey County Property Tax Inquiry Assessor | Storey County, NV - Official Website |
| Voter records | Voter Registration Search |
| Professional licenses | |
| Recorded documents | Public Records Requests | Nevada Secretary of State Storey County Site Map • Storey County, NV • CivicEngage |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Storey County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Storey County Records
2026
Storey County official government portal active
The official Storey County government website at www.storeycounty.org continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Storey County court records portal verified
State court system links for Storey County verified against the Nevada judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Storey County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Storey County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Storey County property records online
Storey County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Storey County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Storey County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Storey County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Nevada statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Nevada state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Storey County Records
MYTH"Storey County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Storey County are held by the Nevada state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Storey County are gone everywhere."
FACTSealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
MYTH"Free 'instant background' sites have Storey County data."
FACTOnly the official Nevada state repository has verified, current Storey County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Storey County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Storey County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
MYTH"All county records older than 50 years are public."
FACTPartially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources and Official Record Portals
- www.storeycounty.org — Official Storey County government website
- nvcourts.gov — Court records — official source
- sexoffenders.nv.gov — Criminal records — official source
- guides.loc.gov — Vital records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Storey County & Nevada Records
For records not specific to Storey County, use Nevada's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Nevada statewide record systems:
- Nevada Court Records →
- Nevada Criminal Records →
- Nevada Property Records →
- Nevada Vital Records →
- Nevada Voter Records →
- Nevada Wants & Warrants →
- Nevada Licenses →
- Nevada Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Nevada statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
The searches people actually run in Storey County:
About Storey County, Nevada
Storey County is located in west-central Nevada. The county seat is Virginia City (official site: http://www.storeycounty.org/).
- Population: 4,112
- Households: 1,692
- Median household income: $86,932
- Median home value: $297,800
- Below poverty line: 9.1%
- Land area: 263.8 sq mi
- Population density: 15.6 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 1
- NCES schools indexed: 4
District Court | Storey County, NV - Official Website
Official Free
The Storey County District Court has general jurisdiction over all legal disputes. This is the court where criminal, civil, family, and juvenile matters are generally resolved through arbitration, mediation and bench, or jury trials.
Courthouse | Storey County, NV - Official Website
Official Free
The Storey County Courthouse, built in 1876 after being destroyed in the great fire of 1875, is the state's oldest continuously operating courthouse. The courthouse boasts one of the few Lady of Justices in the country that is not blindfolded. Storey County chose to not blindfold her to communicate.
Storey County District Court | Nevada Judiciary
Official Free
Court case information for Storey County, Nevada. Try surname-only searches when a full name returns nothing; spelling variations are common. Judgment and disposition entries here are what background screeners verify against.
Nevada Sex Offender Registry
Official Free
Welcome to the Nevada Sex Offender Registry Website, which lists registered sex offenders in Nevada.
Sex Offenders
Official Free
Registered offender information covering Nevada. Address searches show registrants near a location; state law spells out how the data may be used. Compliance checks are run by local law enforcement; out-of-compliance registrants are flagged.
DPS Public Records Request Form
Official Free
Request Public Records Welcome to the Department of Public Safety's Public Records Request System.
Vital Records - Nevada: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research Guides at Library of Congress
Birth/Death/Marriage
.gov
Vital records information for Nevada. Death records typically open to the public sooner than birth records — most states stagger access. It is a research index rather than a certificate source — but it tells you exactly what to order and where.
Recorded Documents
Official Free
Create a free account and login to view digital images of original documents from censuses, churches, courthouses, military draft cards, state vital records, and much more. Also use the sites wiki pages for timelines of records kept and current contact information to local repositories. FamilySearch provides useful state and county wikis that make excellent starting points for research. The Nevada Wiki External includes links to each of its counties.
Storey County Property Tax Inquiry
Official Free
The best way to search is to enter your tax bill into the Parcel Number or Account Number field. If you have this number, no further information needs to be entered. EITHER enter the account number only or leave the field blank and enter alternate search criteria. For more accurate query results, do not enter the suffix, such as street, road, etc.
Assessor | Storey County, NV - Official Website
Official Free
Our office performs a variety of services on behalf of Storey County businesses and residents. The Assessor’s Office is responsible for compliance with all state laws and regulations of the Nevada Tax Commission. This site provides information regarding property values, and the assessment process.
Voter Registration Search
Official Free
Your search displays individual voter registration data as it is preserved in the Statewide Voter Registration Database · Please be advised that the information requested may only be used for purposes authorized by local, state and/or federal law. Additionally, the voter information provided.
Public Records Requests | Nevada Secretary of State
Official Free
The Nevada Secretary of State’s office is committed to providing access to public records in accordance with Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 239. All public records, the contents of which are not otherwise declared by law to be confidential, shall be open for inspection or to obtain copies. Contact Info and Forms All requests to inspect and/or obtain copies of public records must be made through the office’s Public Information Officer: E-Mail Address: sosrecords@sos.nv.gov
Site Map • Storey County, NV • CivicEngage
Official Free
Official public records resource for Storey County, Nevada. Fees, where charged, are set by statute or published schedule, not discretion. Public-records law applies here: what they hold, you can generally request.
Annual List and State Business License Renewal
Business, Voter & Other
.gov
Official license verification for Nevada. Complaint histories, where public, attach to the same record. Verification here is the official word — status, license number, and any public discipline.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Storey County?
Storey County court cases are filed with the County Clerk / District Court Clerk. Search the Storey County District Court | Nevada Judiciary portal: https://nvcourts.gov/find_a_court/district_courts/storey_county_district_court. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can my employer see a sealed record in Nevada?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed Nevada record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
Does an arrest show up on a background check before conviction in Nevada?
Yes — in Nevada, an arrest can appear on a name-based background check from the moment of booking, even before any court ruling. Whether it appears on an employment screening depends on the type of check (name-based vs. fingerprint-based) and how recent the arrest is.
What's the difference between a court record and a criminal record in Nevada?
A court record shows everything filed in a specific case — pleadings, motions, judgments. A criminal record (rap sheet) is a person-centric history from the Nevada Department of Public Safety that aggregates arrests and dispositions across all courts in Nevada. Court records are searched by case; criminal records by person.