Eighth Judicial District Court
Dept.: 8
District Court Judge
Error Rate (civil/criminal):
27.50%2911 /00.00%40
- 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 Austin Sachs
Hearing, Dec 3, 2025
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over surrender. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Michael Sanft appeared on behalf of Austin Sachs. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court accepts global plea agreement, dismisses charges against Ms. Zhang, jails Mr. Sachs for 364 days with time served. 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
According To Survey, Attorneys Think Peterson One Of The Worst District Judges
Las Vegas Review Journal
Dec 7, 2025
The State of Nevada vs Yuxia Zhang
Hearing, Dec 1, 2025
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over surrender. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dina Rinetti for the State. Defense Attorney Michael Horvath appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-1. 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
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs
Hearing
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over hearing on motion to remand. Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appearing on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appearing on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Mr. Sachs is representing himself. At issue is whether Defendants will be remanded into custody. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs
Hearing, Oct 29, 2025
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a status check. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court allows Mr. Sachs to represent himself. 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, Oct 20, 2025
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a motion hearing. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Jeff Marchese appeared on behalf of Mr. Sachs. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court denies all motions. 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, Oct 8, 2025
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a calendar call. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Charles Goodwin appeared on behalf of Mr. Sachs. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court vacates jury trial, issues bench warrants ordering arrest of defendants. 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, Oct 1, 2025
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a motion hearing. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Jess Marchese appeared on behalf of Mr. Sachs. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court allows Charles Goodwin to withdraw, declines to reconsider bail increase. 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
Court Of Appeals
Affirmed
Oct 27, 2025
133 days since filing.
Filed Order of Affirmance. "ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED." COA-BB/MG/DW. (COA)
The State of Nevada vs Austin Sachs
Hearing, Sep 17, 2025
The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a motion to quash bench warrant. Chief Deputy District Attorney Dena Rinetti appeared on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Charles Goodwin appeared on behalf of Mr. Sachs. Defense Attorney Travis Shetler appeared on behalf of Yuxia Zhang. Case No. C-19-343540-2. The Court raises bail to $25,000. 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
Court Of Appeals
Affirmed
Oct 24, 2025
214 days since filing.
Filed Order Affirming in Part and Dismissing in Part. "Therefore, we dismiss this appeal as to the March 2, 2022, order, and the August 28, 2024, order, and affirm the remaining orders discussed above". COA-BB/MG/DW. (COA)
Supreme Court
Affirmed In Part and Reversed In Part
Aug 28, 2025
640 days since filing.
Filed Order Affirming in Part, Reversing in Part and Remanding." ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED IN PART AND REVERSED IN PART AND REMAND this matter to the district court for proceedings consistent with this order." A25-RP/LB/LS (SC)
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