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1. How do I obtain a copy of my Deed or another recorded document?

Unofficial copies of recorded documents are available through our online search. Currently, our online database starts around 1982. Records before this date can be searched in-office or online through our Historical Index Search For an official copy (without a watermark) or a certified copy, please call our office at (775) 847-0967 or email us.   

2. How much do copies cost?

Copies of Official Records are $1 per page.  A certified copy is $4 per document certification, plus $1 per page.  Certified marriage certificates are $15 each.   

A 24” x 36” map copy is available in the office for a fee of $2 per page. 

Credit card payments can be processed over the phone, and the requested document(s) can be mailed or emailed depending on the nature of the request.  There is a $2 processing fee on credit card orders under $50 - our full fee schedule can be found here.

3. How do I add or remove a name from my property?

The Recorder’s Office is unable to provide forms or advice to enact such changes due to state and federal laws.  Please contact a title company, attorney, or paralegal. 

Additional resources, such as Volunteer Attorneys for Rural Nevada (VARN) and the Carson and Rural Elder (CARE) Law Program, are available.

4. Is there a notary in the Recorder’s Office?

No. The Recorder’s Office does not provide notary services, but other departments in the courthouse have them available.  Please call ahead for availability.

5. Where can I search records?

Through our online search.  Currently, our online database starts around 1982.  Records before this date can be searched in-office or online through our Historical Index Search.  As we are in the process of integrating document images for this timeframe, please call (775) 847-0967 or email us if you are unable to view a record online.

6. How do I electronically record (eRecord) documents?

We receive electronically submitted documents through Simplifile, CSC, eRecording Partners Network (EPN), and Indecomm Global Services.  A title company, attorney, paralegal, or other professional registered with any of the above eRecording services can further assist.  

Otherwise, please visit our office with your original document(s) or mail in your submission with the applicable fees.

7. What if the documents I need pre-date your online search of 1982?

Please call or email us with your request.  If you have identifying information such as a document number or book and page reference, we can access the document and assist via email or mail.  See our fee schedule for copy and certified copy fees. 

Documents recorded before 1982 are searchable in-office or online through our Historical Index Search. Please call or email us to schedule an office visit to view these indexes. 

8. How do I get all of the recorded documents on a property?

The Recorder’s Office is unable to generate a full title search - please contact a title company, attorney, or paralegal. 

Our online search provides access to Official Records using indexed information.  Currently, our online database starts around 1982 - records prior to this date can be searched in office or online through our Historical Index Search.  Please call or email us to schedule an office visit to view these indexes. 

Examples of search terms include Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN), Grantor/Grantee names, document type, date range, or legal description. We are in the process of integrating document images for this time frame, please call us at (775) 847-0967 or email if you are unable to view a record online. 

9. How can I find out who owns a property?

Through the Assessor’s Office search, or by calling either of our offices. 

10. How do I search for maps or easements on my property?

Our online search provides access to Official Records including maps and easements using indexed information. Currently, our online database starts around 1982.  Records before this date can be searched in-office or online through our Historical Index Search.  Please call or email us to schedule an office visit to view these indexes. 

Examples of search terms include the Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN), Grantor/Grantee names, document type, date range, or legal description. As we are in the process of integrating document images, please call us at (775) 847-0967 or email us if you are unable to view a record online.

The Recorder’s Office is unable to generate a full title search.  Please contact a title company, attorney, or paralegal.

11. Are document forms/templates available through the Recorder’s Office?

No. Due to state and federal laws, we are unable to provide document form types other than the forms listed in our Standard Forms section of this website. 

12. I just paid off my mortgage. What happens next?

When a mortgage or deed of trust is paid off, a reconveyance document is typically sent by the lender to be recorded. To check if this document has been recorded, you can use the online search, call our office, or sign up for Fraud Guard (automatic email alerts when a document is recorded in your name). 

Unlike a car, there is no new title or deed sent after paying off the loan.

13. I need my copies ASAP. Do you expedite?

Copy requests, including certified marriages, are typically filled within 1-2 days of receiving the request and are returned via First Class Mail through the US Post Office.  If you would like to expedite the process, you may send your request via overnight mail and include an overnight prepaid envelope for the document to be returned.

14. Should I use the Public Records Request form to locate copies of recorded documents?

No.  Most records are available through our online search.  Currently, our online database starts around 1982.  Records prior to this date can be searched in-office or online through our Historical Index Search.  Please call or email us to schedule an office visit to view these indexes.  If you need assistance locating a record, please email or give us a call at (775) 847-0967.