GUILTY VERDICTS IN NATHAN CHASING HORSE CASE – A Clark County jury has returned guilty verdicts against Nathan Chasing Horse, finding him responsible for multiple counts stemming from sexual assaults and related offenses involving victims he targeted while misusing his position as a self-described spiritual leader. You can find more information about this story by … Read more
Clark County District Attorney’s Office Names Andryanna Sheppard asNew Public Information Officer The Clark County District Attorney’s Office is proud to announce the appointment of Andryanna “Andy” Sheppard as its new Public Information Officer, where she will lead media relations, public outreach, and communications strategy for the office. In her new role, Andy will oversee … Read more
Clark County District Attorney’s Office Secures Life Sentences in Hit-and-Run Murder of Retired California police Chief The Clark County District Attorney’s Office has secured the maximum allowable sentences under Nevada law for Jesus Ayala, 20, and Jzamir Keys, 18, the two defendants convicted in the intentional hit-and-run murder of retired California police chief Andreas “Andy” … Read more
Hit and Run Defendant Sentenced in Fatal Crash – Given 26 Years in Prison A Northern Nevada man who hit a cyclist on Eastlake Blvd in Washoe County has been sentenced to 26 years in prison. Travis Smith previously pled guilty to Duty to Stop at the Scene of a Crash Involving Death and Reckless … Read more
NEVADA DISTRICT ATTORNEYS ASSOCIATION SUPPORTS GOVERNOR LOMBARDO’S CALL FOR SPECIAL SESSION TO ADDRESS CRITICAL PUBLIC SAFETY LEGISLATION The Nevada District Attorneys Association (NVDAA) is voicing support for Governor Joe Lombardo’s Safe Streets and Neighborhoods Act and call for a special session to address critical public safety needs in Nevada. NVDAA leadership continues to be in … Read more
October 30, 2025 The Nevada Woman’s Fund has recognized the Washoe County District Attorney’s Office as a Best Places for Women to Work in Northern Nevada in their inaugural survey released earlier this month, which recognized organizations that lead the way in creating “inclusive, supportive, and empowering workplaces for women across the region.” The WCDA’s … Read more
News Release – JUSTICE FOR REBA District Attorney Steve Wolfson has announced that the Clark County District Attorney’s Office filed a felony charge of Cruelty to Animals against Isaac Laushaul, Jr. and Markeisha Foster for the death of Reba the EnglishBulldog. This case captured the attention of many Nevadans and sparked new legislation. You can … Read more