Generated: March 25, 2026
📅 Your First 30 Days
Complete these steps as quickly as possible after release. Missing deadlines can trigger supervision violations.
Report to your probation or parole officer within 24 hours of release
Register with local law enforcement within 48 hours of establishing your address
Verify address compliance with Nevada's 500-ft rule for Tier II/III before moving in
Obtain Nevada state ID reflecting your registered address
Contact Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada for civil legal assistance
📋 Registry Obligations
Nevada sex offenders register with local law enforcement. Tier III verify every 90 days, Tier II semi-annually, Tier I annually. Address changes must be reported within 48 hours of the change.
Tier system: SORNA tiers (I/II/III)
🏠 Residency Restrictions
Nevada prohibits Tier II and Tier III sex offenders from residing within 500 feet of schools and daycares. Tier I offenders are not subject to the statewide restriction but may have supervision conditions. Las Vegas and Reno have limited compliant housing.
- ·500 ft from schools and daycares (Tier II and Tier III)
- ·Cannot reside with a minor victim
- ·Must register with local law enforcement within 48 hours of establishing residence
- ·Address changes must be reported within 48 hours
- ·Must provide vehicle and internet identifier information
💡 Housing tip: Nevada's 500-ft rule applies to Tier II and III registrants. Las Vegas has very limited compliant housing near urban schools. The DOC reentry unit can help identify compliant housing before release. Henderson and North Las Vegas may have more options.
Find housing resources →💼 Fair-Chance Employers
Employers who explicitly accept applicants with sex offense records. View all fair-chance employers →
No jobs currently listed specifically in Nevada, but many employers hire remotely or across state lines.
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OSHA 10/30, Forklift, Welding
Transportation
CDL Prep, Logistics Fundamentals
Technology
Google IT Certificate, Python
Food Service
ServSafe, Food Handler Cert
📞 Key Contacts
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⚖️ Legal Aid
🤝 Reentry Organizations
State DOC reentry programs and community supervision
Transitional housing and reentry services in Las Vegas
🏛️ Parole / Supervision Agency
Nevada Board of Parole Commissioners: 702-486-3026 · doc.nv.gov
🆘 Crisis & Emergency Lines
📖 SORNA Tier Reference
Nevada imposes 1,000 ft employment proximity restrictions from schools, daycare, and parks for Tier III / sexually violent predator registrants. All registrants must keep employer address current.
For complete tier definitions, offense classifications, and federal vs. state comparisons:
View Full Nevada SORNA Guide →or visit: openpath.app/sorna-info
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Disclaimer: This guide is informational only. Laws change frequently. Always verify your specific requirements with your supervision officer and consult a qualified attorney.