2024-006300
A 16-year-old girl is under the care of Clark County Family Services due to reports of physical and sexual abuse occurring in the household. This young girl, the oldest of her siblings, was the main caretaker of her numerous younger siblings– as a consequence of this role, the mother kept this 16-year-old out of school. It is reported that this young girl was physically assaulted by the mother and sexually assaulted by the mother’s boyfriend. This vulnerable young girl requires an attorney to advocate for her rights. The next hearing is on August 27th, 2026, at 11 a.m. in Courtroom 9.
2025-005199
An 18-year-old boy is now under the Extended Foster Care program administered by Clark County Family Services (CCFS) following the incarceration of his father. This father was arrested after drug paraphernalia was found in his vehicle during a traffic stop. After being arrested on criminal charges, CCFS investigated the family for child abuse and neglect. It was discovered that this child had been kept out of school for nearly five years, and that the family lacked housing resources. This 18-year-old requires an attorney to ensure appropriate support services are in place. The next hearing is on July 30th, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. in Courtroom 12.
2025-013294
A 17-year-old boy is under the protective custody of Clark County Family Services due to reports of inadequate supervision. The mother frequently experiences housing instability, the family is repeatedly evicted from their temporary living situations. During one such eviction, the mother left her children unsupervised. This 17-year-old is particularly vulnerable, as he has a neurodevelopmental condition. Recently, this young boy has developed major mental health needs. This 17-year-old was removed alongside his siblings; however, due to a divergence in the desired case outcome, he requires separate counsel. The next hearing is on October 8th, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in Courtroom 12.
2025-014418
An 8-year-old girl and her 6-month-old baby sister are both under the protective care of Clark County Family Services following reports of physical and sexual abuse occurring in the household. The mother engages in extreme physical discipline, leaving her children fearful of her presence. Additionally, it was reported that the father sexually abused another minor in the household within the vicinity of these two young girls. These two sisters were removed alongside their older siblings; however, due to a divergence in desired case outcome, require separate counsel. The next hearing is on August 27th, 2026, at 11 a.m. in Courtroom 9.
2026-000706
A 3-year-old boy and his 6-year-old sister are under the care of Clark County Family Services due to reports of domestic violence in the household. The mother was intoxicated and began a violent assault on her live-in boyfriend. During this incident, the mother scratched the boyfriend and left visible injuries. She also engaged in self-harming behaviors. The children do not have a caregiver, as the mother was arrested and the natural father does not maintain contact. The next hearing is on June 24th, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in Courtroom 11.
2026-000725
A 10-year-old girl and her 1-year-old brother have been placed under the care of Clark County Family Services due to reports of domestic abuse occurring between caregivers. The paternal caregiver has an extensive history of domestic abuse. Recently, the mother was found with observable injuries as a result of this abuse. Previously, the father wielded a firearm during a domestic abuse episode. These two young children require an attorney to represent their legal rights– the next hearing is on June 16th, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. in Courtroom 12.
2026-002400
A 6-year-old girl is now in the custody of Clark County Family Services following reports of domestic violence occurring within the household. The mother’s boyfriend has been identified as a perpetrator of domestic violence; he physically abuses the mother in the direct vicinity of this 6-year-old girl. This little girl stated that she and her mother hid together to avoid violent interactions with the boyfriend. This child’s natural father resides in a treatment facility for alcohol and substance abuse; he is an unsuitable caregiver due to his extensive criminal record for violent acts. The next hearing is on August 5th, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom 12.
2026-002522
A 2-year-old boy and his 3-month-old baby brother are both under the care of Clark County Family Services following threats to their physical safety. The mother experiences severe mental health episodes. In the most recent incident, she wielded a knife and threatened to harm her children. The mother is now at a psychiatric facility. In addition to this, there are concerns of domestic violence between the mother and father. These vulnerable young boys require an attorney to advocate for their legal rights in ongoing juvenile dependency proceedings. The next hearing is on August 3rd, 2026, at 9:45 a.m. in Courtroom 12.
2026-002549
A 4-year-old girl is in the custody of Clark County Family Services due to reports of domestic violence occurring within the household. The father is known to engage in outbursts of verbal and physical aggression towards the mother. Although there is a Temporary Protection Order against the father, the mother still allows him into the residence and in proximity to the child. This vulnerable young girl requires an attorney to advocate for her legal desires in ongoing juvenile dependency proceedings. The next hearing is on August 12th, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom 12.
2026-003100
A 2-year-old girl is under the care of Clark County Family Services (CCFS) due to allegations of ongoing domestic violence occurring within the household. CCFS was alerted to the situation after a severe incident required police intervention. In the presence of this child, the mother physically assaulted the father and left visible open wounds. There are reports that this domestic violence occurs regularly, often in front of their children. This 2-year-old girl was removed alongside her two siblings, who are represented separately. This vulnerable young girl requires an attorney to advocate on her behalf. The next hearing is on September 1st, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in Courtroom 12.
2026-003104
A 1-year-old boy is under the protective custody of Clark County Family Services due to reports of domestic violence occurring in the household. The father is violent and exhibits aggressive and out-of-control behaviors in the presence of this child. In a recent altercation, the father left visible bruises on the mother. There are additional concerns of substance use in the household by both the mother and father. This vulnerable infant requires an attorney to advocate on his behalf. The next hearing is on August 26th, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom 11.
2026-003232
A 16-year-old girl is under the care of Clark County Family Services due to violent and threatening acts occurring in the household. The mother's boyfriend is identified as a domestic abuser and specifically targets this young girl as his victim. In the most recent incident, the mother’s boyfriend struck the child on the head multiple times with a firearm, leaving various wounds on the child’s face. The mother is unable to halt the boyfriend's assaults, leaving this girl undefended. This vulnerable child requires an attorney to represent her legal rights and interests in ongoing juvenile dependency proceedings– the next hearing is on June 11th, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom 12.
2026-003294
A 4-year-old boy is under the custody of Clark County Family Services due to reports of domestic violence occurring within the household. This child resided with his father, a known domestic abuser. The father was recently incarcerated for domestic battery by strangulation against his live-in girlfriend; this incident occurred in front of this vulnerable child. The natural mother and father are separated, the mother does not have any contact with this child. The next hearing is on August 19th, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom 11.
2026-003787
A 1-year-old girl has been removed from parental custody and placed under the care of Clark County Family Services due to allegations of drug use and domestic violence in the home. Both the mother and father are known drug abusers, testing positive for several illicit substances. The parents reportedly engage in violent acts against each other. In a recent incident, they threatened each other with a firearm directly in the vicinity of this child. It is alleged that the father grabbed the child viciously during this altercation. The next hearing is on September 21st, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in Courtroom 10.
2026-004248
A 17-year-old boy and his 6-year-old younger step-brother are both under the care of Clark County Family Services due to reports of domestic violence in the home. The father of the younger child engages in acts of violence against the mother in the presence of the children. The father is also a registered sex offender and has violated probation on several occasions, including placing himself in proximity of these children. These two young boys require an attorney to advocate on their behalf in ongoing juvenile dependency proceedings, the next hearing on September 10th, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in Courtroom 12.
2026-004254
A 14-year-old boy and his 13-year-old younger sister are both under the care of Clark County Family Services due to reports of domestic violence in the home. These children were previously placed under the guardianship of their aunt following a family death. The aunt’s boyfriend is a known sex offender and domestic abuser. Despite this, the aunt grants him access to the residence and within proximity of these children. Additionally, the boyfriend physically assaults the aunt within the vicinity of these children. The next hearing is on June 16th, 2026, at 10 a.m. in Courtroom 12.
2026-004495
A 9-month-old baby girl is under the protective custody of Clark County Family Services due to reports of ailing parental mental health and persistent substance abuse. The mother of this child struggles with mental health episodes, manifesting in concerning behaviors. It was discovered that the mother had written a detailed account of her intent to harm this baby girl. The father is a drug abuser, testing positive for several illicit substances. The next hearing is on June 18th, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. in Courtroom 12.
2026-004773
A 2-month-old baby boy is under the care of Clark County Family Services following reports of parental substance abuse. This infant child was delivered substance exposed due to the mother’s persistent drug use throughout her pregnancy. There are additional concerns for the mother’s mental health– the days following her child’s birth, the mother was reported to be visibly disoriented, could not follow linear conversations, and was unable to retain basic information. The father of this child has a history of substance abuse and domestic violence, and admitted to inadequate housing. This vulnerable infant requires an attorney to advocate on his behalf. The next hearing is on October 6th, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. in Courtroom 9.
2026-004777
Two brothers, ages 2 and 1 years old, are under the protective custody of Clark County Family Services due to allegations of domestic abuse occurring in the household. During one incident, the father was attacking the mother while the 1-year-old was in his arms. Both parents have a prior criminal record for domestic violence. These vulnerable young boys need an attorney to represent their legal wishes and rights regarding permanency, placement, and visitation. The next hearing is September 22nd, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in Courtroom 7.
2026-004925
A 7-year-old boy is under the protective care of Clark County Family Services due to reports of abandonment. This young boy was recently discharged from a psychiatric facility due to severe behavioral and mental health issues. Upon discharge, the mother refused to retain physical custody of her child and denied him entry into the household. Now, this vulnerable young boy requires an attorney to advocate for his rights in ongoing juvenile dependency proceedings. The next hearing is to be determined and will take place in Courtroom 10.
2026-004935
A 3-month-old baby girl is under the care of Clark County Family Services due to unstable home conditions and parental mental health concerns. The mother, a young teenager, reportedly struggles with mental health issues. In the household, there are frequent domestic disputes between the mother and grandmother, who frequently engage in verbal and physical altercations. This child has been removed from the home and now requires an attorney to advocate on her behalf. The next hearing is on June 17th, 2026, at 11 a.m. in Courtroom 10.
2026-005240
A 6-year-old boy and his 3-year-old younger brother are both under the protective custody of Clark County Family Services due to allegations of improper supervision. The mother left these children unsupervised for an extended period of time, resulting in the children being found outside. Reportedly, the children had been outside for four hours. When the mother returned home, she was visibly inebriated. These two brothers require an attorney to represent their legal wishes and rights regarding permanency, placement, and visitation. The next hearing is on June 18th, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. in Courtroom 12.
2026-005252
A 1-year-old baby boy is under the care of Clark County Family Services due to reports of parental substance abuse. The mother of this baby boy struggles with habitual drug use and is unable to care for her child. As a result, the grandmother assumed legal custody of this child. Recent reports now indicate that the grandmother is an inadequate caregiver due to accounts of substance abuse and a history of domestic violence. This vulnerable baby boy requires an attorney to represent his legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, and visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place. The next hearing is on June 16th, 2026, at 10 a.m. in Courtroom 13.
2026-005477
A 15-year-old boy is under the care of Clark County Family Services after his mother passed away from terminal illness. The father, a known substance abuser, was deemed an unsuitable caregiver at the onset of the case. This child now resides with a foster parent. This young boy was initially removed alongside his sister; however, due to a divergence in desired case outcome, he requires a separate attorney to advocate for his rights. The next hearing is on August 18th, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom 13.
2026-005528
A 12-year-old boy and his 10-year-old younger brother are both under the protection of Clark County Family Services due to reports of parental substance abuse and concerns of physical harm. Department officials became aware of these concerns following a hospital visit. The mother, while intoxicated, brought the 12-year-old child to the hospital. During the visit, she exhibited threatening behaviors towards the child. The child was observed with markings consistent with cigarette burns. This mother had previous child abuse investigations due to persistent alcohol abuse. The next hearing is to be determined and will take place in Courtroom 11.
2026-005574
An 8-month-old baby girl was removed from parental custody and placed under the care of Clark County Family Services following inquiries into an unexplained head injury. The child presented with visible bruising on her forehead. The mother has been inconsistent in her account of the circumstances leading up to the child's injury. She also failed to seek medical treatment for this vulnerable infant after the injury occurred. There had been reports of ongoing domestic violence between the parents. The father was subsequently arrested; the mother lacks housing and income. The next hearing is to be determined and will take place in Courtroom 9.
2026-005663
A 5-year-old boy and his 2-year-old little brother are under the protective custody of Clark County Family Services due to physical abuse occurring in the household. The mother, while intoxicated, began physically assaulting the 2-year-old toddler. As a result, this vulnerable toddler was left with visible wounds across his chest. At the time of the incident, the father was incarcerated. He is now released; however, his whereabouts are unknown. These two young brothers require an attorney to advocate on their behalf– the next hearing is to be determined and will take place in Courtroom 11.
2026-005792
A 3-month-old baby boy is under the care of Clark County Family Services due to reports of domestic violence occurring within the household. The father is a known domestic abuser with a history of committing violent acts against the mother. In a recent incident, while intoxicated, the father assaulted the mother in the presence of the child. There are additional concerns about the child’s living conditions, as the house the family resided in lacked working utilities. The next hearing is on June 16th, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom 7.
2026-005814
A 5-month-old baby boy is under the care of Clark County Family Services due to reports of domestic violence occurring in the household. The father is a known domestic abuser. In a recent incident, the father assaulted the mother, threatened her with a firearm, and fled with this infant boy. As he fled, the father stated he would harm the child if attempts were made to contact the police. The child was subsequently removed from parental custody. This vulnerable infant requires an attorney to advocate on his behalf in ongoing juvenile dependency proceedings. The next hearing is on June 23rd, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom 10.
2026-006049
An 8-year-old boy, his 1-year-old baby brother, and their 2-month-old baby sister are under the protection of Clark County Family Services due to reports of parental substance abuse and exposure to sexual risk. It is reported that the 8-year-old boy was regularly sexually abused by an adult male family member residing in the household. The parents, who are both habitual substance abusers, failed to intervene. This 8-year-old is especially vulnerable, as he is non-verbal and suspected to have a neurological disability. The younger siblings are at risk of being exposed to this abuse. Therefore, this sibling group requires an attorney to advocate on their behalf. The next hearing is on June 11th, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in Courtroom 9.
2026-006068
An 11-year-old girl and her 8-year-old younger brother are under the care of Clark County Family Services due to several safety threats in the home. The mother has a string of child abuse allegations relating to the presence of domestic violence and substance use within vicinity of the children. These vulnerable children were subsequently removed and placed under the guardianship of their grandmother. The grandmother, however, allows the mother unsupervised access to the children and often leaves them in her care for extended periods of time. These vulnerable children require an attorney to advocate on their behalf. The next hearing is June 18th, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom 9.
2026-006300
A 5-year-old boy and his 1-year-old younger brother are both under the care of Clark County Family Services due to physical abuse and parental mental health concerns. The 5-year-old boy was found with visible bruising as a result of the mother’s excessive discipline. Additionally, the mother has a history of unstable mental health, including self-destructive episodes. There is domestic violence occurring in the household between the mother and her boyfriend. These vulnerable siblings require an attorney to advocate on their behalf. The next hearing is on June 11th, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom 12.
2026-006473
An 11-year-old boy was removed from parental custody after unexplained injuries appeared on the child’s arms. The child disclosed that his mother and grandmother both engage in excessive discipline, resulting in the observable injuries. However, when questioned on the origin of these injuries, both the mother and grandmother gave differing explanations. This prompted Clark County Family Services to intervene. This child requires an attorney to represent his legal rights in ongoing juvenile dependency proceedings. The next hearing is on June 11th, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. in Courtroom 12.
2026-006474
A 10-year-old boy is under the care of Clark County Family Services following reports of physical abuse. The mother engages in extreme physical discipline, to the extent of leaving bruises and injuries on this vulnerable young boy. The father has a criminal record and is an unsuitable caregiver. This boy expressed fear towards both his parents. He was initially removed alongside his siblings; however, due to a divergence in desired case outcome, requires separate counsel. The next hearing is on August 27th, 2026, at 11 a.m. in Courtroom 9.
2026-006675
An 8-year-old boy and his 7-year-old brother are both under the care of Clark County Family Services due to reports of abuse and neglect. These two young brothers were physically abused by the mother to the extent of visible injuries. The mother was often absent from the residence and would leave the children within the supervision of another minor. This minor was an unsuitable caregiver and would frequently engage in physically abusive actions, as well. The household itself was hazardous with clogged and leaking material. There was no food in the house– the children appeared malnourished, reporting frequent bouts of hunger. The next hearing is on June 16th, 2026, at 10 a.m. in Courtroom 7.
2026-006685
A 5-year-old girl and her 4-year-old younger brother are both under the care of Clark County Family Services due to allegations of abuse and neglect. The mother physically abused these children to the extent of visible injuries. While the mother left the household, she left the children under the supervision of another minor. This minor was an unsuitable caregiver and would frequently engage in physically abusive actions, as well. The household itself was littered with clogged and leaking material. The children appeared malnourished and reported frequent bouts of hunger. The next hearing is on June 16th, 2026, at 10 a.m. in Courtroom 7.
2026-006823
An 11-year-old boy is under the care of Clark County Family Services due to parental incarceration, presence of illicit substances, and lack of resources. During a traffic stop, the stepfather attempted to evade police while the child was in his vehicle– a chase ensued. Once apprehended, there was drug paraphernalia found in the car. After being arrested on criminal charges, CCFS investigated the family further. It was discovered that this child had been kept out of school for nearly five years. Additionally, the parents lack stable housing– the child reports residing at various relatives houses, or in the stepfather’s truck. The next hearing is on June 18th, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in Courtroom 12.
2026-006831
A 10-year-old girl and her 8-year-old younger step-sister are under the protective custody of Clark County Family Services due to reports of parental incarceration, presence of illicit substances, and lack of resources. During a traffic stop, the father attempted to evade police while the children were in his vehicle– a chase ensued. Once apprehended, there was drug paraphernalia found in the car. After being arrested on criminal charges, CCFS investigated the family further. It was discovered that the parents neglected to enroll these children in school. Additionally, the parents lack stable housing; the children report residing at various relatives houses, or in the father’s truck. The next hearing is on June 18th, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in Courtroom 12.
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