Domestic violence is a critical issue across the United States, with Nevada experiencing its own unique challenges and responses to this pervasive problem. In Nevada, domestic violence is defined as the occurrence of certain acts between spouses, former spouses, persons related by blood or marriage, persons who reside or have resided together, persons who have a child in common, or persons who are or were in a dating relationship. The acts include but are not limited to assault, battery, coercion, stalking, and other forms of physical, emotional, or psychological abuse.
Prevalence in Nevada
Nevada has historically had one of the highest rates of domestic violence in the United States. This troubling distinction highlights the urgency and importance of addressing domestic violence within the state. Factors contributing to the high incidence may include social, economic, and legal aspects that affect family dynamics and individual behaviors.
Legal Framework
The legal system in Nevada has established a comprehensive framework to address and prevent domestic violence. This includes laws that:
- Define domestic violence and related acts broadly to ensure comprehensive coverage.
- Provide for protective orders (also known as restraining orders) to prevent further abuse. These orders can prohibit the abuser from coming near the victim, contacting the victim, or even remove them from a shared residence.
- Impose penalties on offenders that range from fines and community service to jail time, depending on the severity of the offense and the offender's criminal history.
- Mandate arrest in situations where there is probable cause to believe that domestic violence has occurred, which is part of a "pro-arrest" policy aimed at protecting victims.
- Require convicted domestic violence offenders to complete counseling programs focused on batterer's intervention.
Arrest Records Database - Washoe County, Nevada
Offender Lookup - Nevada (NV)
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A(115 rec) B (216) rec) C(223 rec) D(113 rec) E(55 rec) F(72 rec) G(166 rec) H(156 rec) I(18 rec) J(85 rec) K(77 rec) L(130 rec) M(275 rec) N(51 rec) o(42 rec) P(152 rec) Q(5 rec) R(186 rec) S(265 rec) T(111 rec) U(10 rec) V(65 rec) W(132 rec) Y(9 rec) Z(18 rec)| Name | Arrest | Photo |
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| Justin Broco Breeden Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 34 More Information >>> | Arrested May 09, 2015 • dom battery,1st • false imprisonment | |
| Christina Marie Brenner Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 38 More Information >>> | Arrested Oct 17, 2016 • dom battery,1st | |
| Jonathan Avery Bressem Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 38 More Information >>> | Arrested Oct 15, 2016 • viol domestic violence tpo |  |
| Greggory Brice Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 30 More Information >>> | Arrested Feb 19, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| Anna M Bright Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 45 More Information >>> | Arrested Jun 23, 2016 • dom battery,1st | |
| Joseph Lewis Brindeiro Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 49 More Information >>> | Arrested Oct 08, 2016 • dom battery,1st | |
| Joseph Lewis Brindeiro Arrest Age 49 More Information >>> | Arrested Dec 01, 2016 • dui,above legal limit,1st • dom battery,1st | |
| Brittney Brinsfield Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 22 More Information >>> | Arrested Jun 16, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| Donovan Caleb Bristol Bond: $5000 Arrest Age 27 More Information >>> | Arrested Jun 26, 2015 • viol domestic violence epo |  |
| Donovan Bristol Bond: $500 Arrest Age 28 More Information >>> | Arrested Jan 30, 2016 • battery • trespass, not amount to burglary • viol domestic violence epo |  |
| Juacell Duvon Britt Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 54 More Information >>> | Arrested Nov 24, 2016 • prev/diss rpt crime/cause pros/arr • dom battery,1st | |
| Serinna Ann Britt Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 28 More Information >>> | Arrested Oct 22, 2016 • dom battery,1st | |
| Franklin Brock Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 49 More Information >>> | Arrested Jun 28, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| Ryan Cortland Brogan Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 18 More Information >>> | Arrested Oct 06, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| Robert Charles Brokenbrough Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 29 More Information >>> | Arrested Nov 21, 2015 • viol domestic violence tpo |  |
| Jeffery L Broline Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 54 More Information >>> | Arrested Jun 04, 2016 • dom battery,1st • intercp/intrp/dely msg via phone lin • conv person reg and fingerprint req | |
| William Casey Broussard Bond: $6000 Arrest Age 42 More Information >>> | Arrested Jun 14, 2015 • dom battery,1st,e/vop | |
| Lucas Browy Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 28 More Information >>> | Arrested Sep 11, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| William Reed Brun Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 25 More Information >>> | Arrested Aug 15, 2016 • viol domestic violence tpo • stalking,1st |  |
| Grace Elizabeth Brunet Arrest Age 21 More Information >>> | Arrested Apr 16, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| Victor Bruno Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 25 More Information >>> | Arrested May 26, 2016 • viol domestic violence epo • viol dome |  |
| Shawn Michael Brunson Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 26 More Information >>> | Arrested Oct 20, 2016 • dom battery,1st | |
| Travis Allen Brush Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 34 More Information >>> | Arrested May 06, 2016 • viol domestic violence tpo |  |
| Anthony St Clair Bryan Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 21 More Information >>> | Arrested Oct 01, 2016 • dom battery,1st | |
| Johnathan Bryant Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 35 More Information >>> | Arrested Jun 27, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| Theresa Brzezicki Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 28 More Information >>> | Arrested Sep 03, 2016 • dom battery,1st | |
| Neil Alan Buchko Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 40 More Information >>> | Arrested Aug 09, 2015 • dom battery,1st • arr for viol of cond of parole | |
| Brian Buck Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 30 More Information >>> | Arrested Aug 30, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| Brian Buck Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 30 More Information >>> | Arrested Sep 17, 2015 • dom battery,1st • false stmt to/obstruct pub off | |
| Cara Lynn Bugica Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 40 More Information >>> | Arrested Aug 30, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| Roy L Bull Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 45 More Information >>> | Arrested Feb 27, 2015 • viol domestic violence epo |  |
| Roy Louis Bull Bond: $5000 Arrest Age 46 More Information >>> | Arrested Jul 24, 2016 • domestic battery,2nd |  |
| Steven Bumgarner Bond: $5000 Arrest Age 36 More Information >>> | Arrested Sep 29, 2016 • arr for viol of cond of or release • domestic battery w/use dw • default-update chg lvl/description |  |
| Tara Nicole Burakowski Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 28 More Information >>> | Arrested Jul 18, 2016 • dom battery,1st | |
| Jordan Burdette Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 21 More Information >>> | Arrested Sep 21, 2015 • dom battery,1st • fail to register by convicted pers • arr 4 viol o/probation/cond o/susp s • probation violation | |
| Jerry George Burdick Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 78 More Information >>> | Arrested May 15, 2016 • dom battery,1st | |
| Hermanos K Burgess Arrest Age 38 More Information >>> | Arrested Jun 26, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| Hermanos Keith Burgess Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 38 More Information >>> | Arrested Apr 24, 2015 • dom battery,1st • battery by strangulation • ftp/comply w/ court order | |
| Darlene Burke Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 49 More Information >>> | Arrested Sep 04, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| Timothy James Burkett Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 55 More Information >>> | Arrested Oct 30, 2016 • dom battery,1st | |
| Brenna Kaye Burns Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 40 More Information >>> | Arrested Feb 15, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| Rachael Ann Burton Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 20 More Information >>> | Arrested Nov 10, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| Tyvail Devone Burton Bond: $1000 Arrest Age 28 More Information >>> | Arrested Apr 17, 2015 • false stmt to/obstruct pub off • child negl/endang,1st • dom battery,1st | |
| Tyvail Burton Bond: $5000 Arrest Age 29 More Information >>> | Arrested Nov 25, 2015 • dom battery,1st • criminal contempt | |
| Douglas Benjamin Buschine Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 39 More Information >>> | Arrested Jan 10, 2016 • dom battery,1st | |
| Hunter Beau Keelan Busenlehner Arrest Age 20 More Information >>> | Arrested Dec 01, 2016 • dom battery,1st | |
| Chance Bush Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 25 More Information >>> | Arrested Jan 31, 2016 • dom battery,1st | |
| Dustin Bush Bond: $15000 Arrest Age 28 More Information >>> | Arrested Oct 20, 2016 • dom battery by strangulation • false imprisonment • fta after bail,felony crime | |
| Sandra Luz Bustamante Arrest Age 32 More Information >>> | Arrested Nov 01, 2016 • child abuse or neglect,1st • dom battery,1st | |
| Don Clifton Butler Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 40 More Information >>> | Arrested Apr 16, 2016 • viol domestic violence tpo |  |
| Jana Leigh Butler Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 32 More Information >>> | Arrested Jul 26, 2016 • dom battery,1st • child abuse or neglect,1st | |
| Robert John Butler Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 33 More Information >>> | Arrested Jun 09, 2016 • viol domestic violence epo |  |
| Deshay R Byrd Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 60 More Information >>> | Arrested Apr 22, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| Richard Emil Byrd Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 58 More Information >>> | Arrested Nov 27, 2015 • dom battery,1st | |
| Gabrielle Evalyn Byrns Bond: $3000 Arrest Age 23 More Information >>> | Arrested May 22, 2016 • dom battery,1st | |
Support and Resources
Nevada offers a variety of support services and resources for victims of domestic violence. These include:
- Shelters and Safe Houses: Providing temporary housing and safety for victims escaping abusive situations.
- Counseling Services: Offering emotional support and therapy for victims and their children.
- Legal Aid: Assisting victims with the legal process, including filing for protective orders and navigating the court system.
- Hotlines: Offering 24/7 support and information to victims in need.
Challenges and Efforts for Improvement
Despite the measures in place, Nevada continues to face challenges in effectively combating domestic violence. These challenges include ensuring adequate funding for support services, improving the legal response to domestic violence cases, and overcoming the stigma that may prevent victims from seeking help.
Efforts to improve the situation include increasing public awareness about domestic violence, enhancing training for law enforcement and judicial officials, and strengthening community resources for victims. Additionally, there is an ongoing push for legislative reforms to provide greater protection for victims and to hold offenders more accountable for their actions.
Conclusion
Domestic violence in Nevada is a significant issue that requires the concerted effort of the legal system, support services, and the community at large to address effectively. While challenges remain, the state's comprehensive approach to tackling domestic violence through legal measures, support for victims, and public education campaigns demonstrates a commitment to reducing the prevalence of abuse and supporting those affected by it.