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Peterson, Jessica Katherine
Eighth Judicial District Court
Dept.: 8
District Court Judge
Error Rate (civil/criminal):
27.91%3112/14.29%61 
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  • Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 8 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 4, 2021.
  • This term ends on Jan 4, 2027.
  • Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 8 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 4, 2027.
  • This term ends on Jan 3, 2033.
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2026 Election
57.75% (294638 votes)
General Election
Nov 3, 2026

Incumbent

Ranked 1st out of 2 candidates and won.

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Presiding
Incorp vs I.A., a Mother
Hearing, Nov 5, 2021
2 0   183 views, 1 comments

The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, presiding over a hearing. Attorney John Pearson appeared on behalf of Incorp. Attorney Jeremy Thompson appeared on behalf of Marshal Willick. Ms. Ansell represented herself. Case No. A-16-741444-C. The Court admonishes counsel, extends deadlines. 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 In Lead Against Man In Contested Judicial Races
Las Vegas Review Journal   
Nov 6, 2026
Supreme Court logo
Case No: 90287
Court Of Appeals
Unpublished
Affirmed
Oct 28, 2026
0 days since filing.

Order of Affirmance. ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED. fn1[In addition, this court takes no action regarding the notice filed by BANA informing this court of the death of opposing counsel.]. COA-BB/MG/DW. (COA)

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Panelist
Peterson, Bluth, Henderson, Dickerson: Vexatious Litigants
Perspectives
118 3   7056 views, 68 comments

District Court Judges Jessica Peterson, Jacqueline Bluth, and Bill Henderson, join former Chief Deputy District Attorney Michael Dickerson for a discussion on vexatious litigants. For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com

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The State of Nevada vs Nika Nikoubin
Hearing, Oct 5, 2026
8 0   927 views, 4 comments

The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a competency return. Deputy District Attorney Kassandra Acosta appears on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Dowon Kang appears on behalf of Defendant. Case No. A-22-858925-C. The Court revokes probation, orders Ms. Nikoubin imprisoned for 16-48 months. 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

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Presiding
The State of Nevada vs Nika Nikoubin
Hearing, Sep 30, 2026
14 0   1420 views, 9 comments

The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a competency hearing. Deputy District Attorney Kassandra Acosta appears on behalf of the State. Defense Attorney Dowon Kang appears on behalf of Defendant. Case No. A-22-858925-C. The Court admonishes Mr. Kang, 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

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Paul Page vs Joseph Houston
Hearing, Sep 17, 2026
10 0   1238 views, 4 comments

The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a hearing on motion to dismiss. Attorney Colin Cavanaugh appeared on behalf of Mr. and Mrs. Page and the children's estates. Attorney Dylan Houston represented himself. Attorney Jonathan Hansen appeared on behalf of Kelley Houston. Case No. A-25-913206-C. Motion denied. 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

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Presiding
Paul Page vs Joseph Houston
Hearing, Sep 3, 2026
7 0   796 views, 1 comments

The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a status check. Attorneys Colin Cavanaugh and Shannon Wise appeared on behalf of Mr. and Mrs. Page and the children's estates. Attorney Jonathan Hansen and Pravana Moody appeared on behalf of Kelley Houston. Attorney Will Lemkul appeared on behalf of the Houston Estate. Case No. A-25-913206-C. The Court grants declaratory relief, extends deadlines. 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

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The State of Nevada vs Nika Nikoubin
Hearing, Aug 17, 2026
0 0   117 views, 1 comments

The Honorable Jessica Peterson, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 8, presiding over a revocation hearing. Case No. A-22-858925-C. Deputy District Attorney Kassandra Acosta appears on behalf of the State. The Court orders competency proceedings. 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

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