Independent institutions that check this jurisdiction's own power — audit, ombudsman, inspector general, civilian review, ethics, and grand-jury bodies established by statute.
The Nevada Legislative Auditor heads the Audit Division of the Legislative Counsel Bureau and is appointed by the Legislative Commission. The division audits state agencies and programs.
Read scorecard → 02 OmbudsmanEstablished by NRS §209.2445 (enacted 2023), the Office of the Ombudsperson for Offenders is housed within and funded by the Nevada DOC. The Ombudsperson is appointed by and serves at the pleasure...
Read scorecard → 03 Ethics CommissionThe Nevada Commission on Ethics enforces ethics in government laws covering all state and local public officers and employees. Eight members are appointed by the Governor, Legislative Commission,...
Read scorecard → 04 Civilian ReviewNevada authorizes but does not require cities and counties to establish Advisory Review Boards by ordinance (NRS §289.380). Where created, boards consist entirely of civilian non-officers (25...
Read scorecard → 05 Civilian ReviewThe Nevada POST Commission (NRS §289.500–289.530) sets minimum standards for certification and decertification of all peace officers statewide. Its 11 members include 9 appointed by the Governor...
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