Eighth Judicial District Court
Dept.: 24
District Court Judge
Error Rate (civil/criminal):
35.29%116 /10.87%12315
- Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 24 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 4, 2021.
- This term ends on Jan 4, 2027.
Imposition of Discipline
Commission On Judicial Discipline
Sep 22, 2025 pending appeal
For refusing to comply with the Supreme Court's orders; a 6 month suspension without pay and enrollment in a remedial training program.
Court Of Appeals
Affirmed
Dec 23, 2025
224 days since filing.
Filed Per Curiam Opinion. "Affirmed." Before the Court of Appeals. Majority: Bulla/Gibbons/Westbrook. fn1[We elect to consolidate these appeals for disposition.] 141 Nev. Adv. Opn. No. 70. Court of Appeals-BB/MG/DW. (COA).
Many Of Clark County’s Judicial Races Will Be Unopposed; Ballou Bows Out
Las Vegas Review Journal
Jan 16, 2026
In the Matter of The Honorable Erika Ballou, Part 2
Hearing, Aug 7, 2025
Presiding Officer David Hardy of the Commission on Judicial Discipline conducts a disciplinary hearing. Appearing as Prosecuting Officer is Thomas C. Bradley. Appearing for the Defense is Tom Pitaro. Case No. 2024-103-P. Judge Ballou calls Betsy Allen. Attorneys Patricia Halstead and Karl Armstrong; Chairman Stefanie Humphrey; Vice-chairman John Krmpotic; District Judge Tom Gregory; and, lay member Joseph Sanford hear closing arguments. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Attorneys File For Seats Held By Ballou Who Scored Low On RJ Survey
Las Vegas Review Journal
Jan 5, 2026
In the Matter of The Honorable Erika Ballou, Part 1
Hearing, Aug 7, 2025
Presiding Officer David Hardy of the Commission on Judicial Discipline conducts a disciplinary hearing. Appearing as Prosecuting Officer is Thomas C. Bradley. Appearing for the Defense is Tom Pitaro. Case No. 2024-103-P. Attorneys Patricia Halstead and Karl Armstrong; Chairman Stefanie Humphrey; Vice-chairman John Krmpotic; District Judge Tom Gregory; and, lay member Joseph Sanford hear opening statements. Commission presents her case in chief. Judge Ballou takes the stand. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Ballou Mentioned In Review-Journal Court Reporter Noble Brigham’s Biggest Stories Of 2025
Las Vegas Review Journal
Dec 31, 2025
Lawyers Peremptory Challenge Ballou 131 Times Between January 1, 2023 and November 26, 2025
Las Vegas Review Journal
Dec 13, 2025
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