Eighth Judicial District Court
Dept.: 8
District Court Judge
Error Rate (civil/criminal):
28.57%3012 /16.67%51
- Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 8 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 4, 2021.
- This term ends on Jan 4, 2027.
The State of Nevada vs Nika Nikoubin
Hearing, May 4, 2026
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a hearing on motion to quash. Appearing for Ms. Nikoubin is Defense Attorney Damien Sheets. Appearing for the State is Deputy District Attorney Megan Thompson. Case No. A-22-858925-C. The Court continues. 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
Supreme Court
Reversed
May 7, 2026
251 days since filing.
Filed Authored Opinion. "Reversed and Remanded". Before: Stiglich/Cadish/Lee. Authur: Stiglich, J. Majority: Stiglich/Cadish/Lee. 142 Nev. Adv. Opn. No. 33. LS/EC/PL (SC)
Peterson: Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8
Perspectives
District Court Judge Jessica Peterson joins Attorney Melissa Barry and Vice-President Ann Frehner for a discussion on her candidacy for Department 8 of the Eighth Judicial District Court. The views and opinions of any candidates running for judicial office are their own. As a policy, Our Nevada Judges ensures all judicial candidates are extended an invitation. 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
Supreme Court
Writ Petition Granted
Apr 23, 2026
86 days since filing.
Filed Authored Opinion. "Petition granted." Before: Herndon/Stiglich/Cadish. Author: Herndon, Chief Justice. Majority: Herndon/Stiglich/Cadish. 142 Nev. Adv. Opn. No. 31. As previously directed in our emergency order, the Review-Journal's petition for a writ of mandamus is granted. fn1[Our Nevada Judges, Inc., subsequently moved for permission to file an amicus curiae brief. The motion is granted. The proposed amicus curiae brief, provisionally filed on January 28, 2026, is accepted.] DH/LS/EC (
Judge Sentencing Provides Context for Lawsuit Alleging Casinos Enabled Sex Trafficking
8 News Now
Apr 29, 2026
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs, Part 2
Hearing, Sep 5, 2025
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over an evidentiary hearing. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Charles Goodwin appeared on behalf of Austin Sachs. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court denies motion to strike expert witness. 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
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs, Part 1
Hearing, Sep 5, 2025
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over an evidentiary hearing. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Charles Goodwin appeared on behalf of Austin Sachs. Case No. C-19-343540-2. Defendant calls Richard Semelka and Robert McDonald. 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
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs
Hearing, Sep 3, 2025
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over an evidentiary hearing. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Charles Goodwin appeared on behalf of Austin Sachs. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court concedes emergency basis to substitute counsel, continues. 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
Peterson Sentences Chasing Horse To Decades In Prison For Sexual Assault Case
Las Vegas Review Journal
Apr 27, 2026
Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8
Interview
Austin Beaumont vs. Judge Jessica K. Peterson – Clark County District Court Dept. 8 Showdown AUSTIN BEAUMONT ENDORSED BY THE JOINT VETERANS GROUPS
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