Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations
Request ADA accommodations or file a complaint.
Policy
In accordance with California Rule of Court 1.100, the Superior Court of California, County of Nevada strives to assure that qualified individuals with disabilities have equal and full access to the judicial system.
Requests for Accommodations
Requests For Accommodations, including but not limited to auxiliary aids and/or services, should be made as far in advance as possible, and no less than five court dates prior to the requested implementation date. The Court may, in its discretion, waive this requirement.
Accommodations
Mobility Impairments
Parking
- Nevada City: Parking lot is at the corner of N. Pine and Washington Streets
- Truckee: Parking adjacent to the main entrance
Dropoff
- Nevada City: Passenger loading zone is at the corner of N. Pine and Washington Streets
- Truckee: Passenger loading zone is adjacent to the main entrance
Facilities
All facilities are equipped with ramps, lifts and elevators.
Restrooms
Wheelchair accessible restrooms are located on the 1st floor of the "Annex" side of the Nevada City Courthouse. In Truckee, wheelchair accessible restrooms are adjacent to the main entrance on the 1st floor.
Auditory Impairments
Each courtroom is equipped with Assistive Listening devices and headsets. These are available through the courtroom clerk or bailiff.
Service Animals
Service animals are permitted in the courthouse subject to federal ADA regulations. The ADA defines a “service animal” as any animal that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including a physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other disability. The work or tasks performed by a service animal must be directly related to the handler’s disability. Dogs whose sole function is “the provision of emotional support, well-being, comfort, or companionship” are not considered service dogs under the ADA.
Complaints
Complaints alleging discrimination on the basis of disability can be filed through the court's Americans with Disabilities Act Grievance Procedure, which is established in accordance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).