Nevada Public Records Act
How to Request Body Camera Footage in Nevada
You can ask a Nevada police department for body-worn camera and dash camera video under the Nevada Public Records Act (NRS Chapter 239). Response timeline: The agency must respond by the end of the 5th business day after receiving a written or oral request, by providing the records, giving a date when they will be available, or explaining who holds them (NRS 239.0107).. Be as specific as you can about the date, place, and people involved, and ask for electronic copies.
Last reviewed September 30, 2026. Statute: NRS Chapter 239 (opens in a new tab).
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I get body camera footage from a Nevada police department?
- You can request body-worn camera and dash camera video under the Nevada Public Records Act (NRS Chapter 239). Some records may be withheld or redacted under exemptions in the law, for example for open investigations or privacy.
- What should I include in a request for body camera footage?
- Name the department, describe the records as precisely as you can (date, time, location, officer name or badge number, case number), ask for electronic copies, and ask for a fee estimate first.
- How long will it take?
- The response timeline under the Nevada Public Records Act (NRS Chapter 239) is: The agency must respond by the end of the 5th business day after receiving a written or oral request, by providing the records, giving a date when they will be available, or explaining who holds them (NRS 239.0107).. Large video requests can take longer if the agency needs to review or redact footage.