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What happens if I miss the CLE deadline in Nevada?

If you miss Nevada’s CLE deadline, you will incur late fees and risk suspension if compliance is not achieved by March 1. Nevada attorneys must complete 13 credit hours annually (10 general, 2 ethics, and 1 substance abuse/mental health) by December 31 and report completion on time.

Nevada CLE Deadlines & Grace Period

  • December 31: Deadline to complete all required CLE hours.
  • January 1 – March 1: Attorneys may still cure deficiencies during this grace period by completing hours and paying a late compliance fee.

Consequences of Noncompliance

  • Failure to cure by March 1 results in your name being forwarded to the Supreme Court for automatic suspension under Rule 212.
  • Reinstatement requires completing all deficient hours, paying late fees, and filing for reinstatement approval.

Key Takeaway: In Nevada, missing the CLE deadline creates a short grace period until March 1 to pay late fees and complete credits. Failure to cure by then results in automatic suspension until reinstatement requirements are satisfied.

What is the reporting format for CLE in Nevada?

Nevada attorneys report CLE via an Affirmation of Attendance submitted through the State Bar’s online transcript/dashboard system after completing credits by December 31. Providers must also report attendance for accredited programs within 30 days of completion.

Key Details:

  • Accredited CLE providers report program attendance via the MCLE online portal within 30 days.
  • Attorneys may self-report credits from non-accredited providers via the same portal.
  • The deadline to submit the affirmation (and complete credits) is December 31; extensions are allowed through January with a fee, and reporting may continue until March 1 for late compliance with penalties.
  • Attorneys can check their CLE transcript through their Member Dashboard to verify reported hours.

Key Takeaway: Nevada’s CLE reporting is done electronically via a state portal: providers must submit attendance within 30 days, and attorneys submit a final affirmation of attendance via their transcript by the deadline (with limited late reporting allowed under fee).

Is live webcast or in-person CLE required in Nevada?

No – Nevada does not require live webcast or in-person CLE; all 13 annual credits may be completed via live webcast or on-demand courses.
In-person attendance is optional as long as the program is approved under Nevada’s MCLE regulations.

Nevada CLE format and hours

  • Annual total – 13 credits each calendar year, including 10 general, 2 ethics, and 1 substance abuse or mental health credit.
  • Eligible formats – live seminars (in person or live webinar/webcast) and alternative program formats such as recorded audio or video are approved for credit.
  • No live minimum – Nevada’s MCLE regulations authorize both live and recorded formats without a numerical cap, so all credits may be completed online.

Timing and compliance

  • Completion and affirmation – finish credits and submit the annual Affirmation of Attendance and Compliance by December 31, with a possible extension to March 1 for a fee.

Key Takeaway
Nevada does not impose a live or in-person minimum – attorneys may earn all 13 credits via live webcasts or approved on-demand programs, with the required subject-matter breakdown and standard year-end affirmation.

When is the CLE reporting deadline in Nevada?

The CLE reporting deadline in Nevada is March 1 each year following compliance.

Nevada attorneys must complete the required 13 CLE credits by December 31 and then certify their compliance by March 1.

Nevada CLE Compliance Timeline

  • Completion Deadline: December 31 (13 credit hours total: 10 general, 2 ethics, 1 substance abuse)
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What are the CLE requirements for inactive attorneys in Nevada?

Inactive members of the Nevada State Bar are not required to complete CLE during their inactive status.

When an inactive attorney changes to active status, they must satisfy all CLE requirements applicable to active membership going forward.

Details:

  • The Nevada Bar defines “inactive” status as a classification for members not actively engaged in the practice of
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Are any attorneys exempt from CLE in Nevada?

Yes — Nevada’s rules provide limited exemptions, chiefly for newly admitted attorneys (via the TIP program) and hardship cases.

Attorneys admitted to the bar are exempt from the CLE credit-hour requirement for the remainder of their admission year and the next full calendar year, and may apply for a hardship exemption from the CLE credit requirement.

Details / Exceptions

  • Newly Admitted Attorneys: New admittees in Nevada are exempt from the CLE credit requirements during the
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Can I report CLE credits late in Nevada?

Yes – Nevada allows attorneys to report CLE credits late through an extension process that runs until March 1, but late compliance fees apply.
The extension provides additional time to complete CLE and file the required affirmation of attendance after the regular December 31 deadline.

  • December 31: Deadline to complete annual CLE requirements and submit the affirmation of attendance.
  • January 1: Start of the extension period; attorneys may continue earning and reporting credits but must pay a $100 extension fee.
  • March 1: Final extension deadline to complete CLE and submit the affirmation. A late compliance fee is assessed if an attorney remains noncompliant after this date.
  • Attorneys who fail to comply by March 1 may be referred for administrative action under Nevada Supreme Court Rule 212 until compliance is achieved.

Key Takeaway
Yes – Nevada permits late CLE reporting through an extension period ending March 1, with a $100 extension fee and additional late penalties for attorneys who do not comply by the final deadline.

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Do CLE requirements differ for part-time vs full-time attorneys in Nevada?

No — Nevada’s CLE rules do not distinguish between part-time and full-time attorneys; every active attorney must meet the same obligation.

The Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education requires active members to complete 13 credit hours annually, including 10 general credits, 2 ethics credits, and 1 substance abuse / mental health credit.

Details:

  • Newly admitted attorneys are exempt for the remainder of their admission year and the following calendar year and
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Do judges in Nevada have separate CLE requirements?

Yes — judges in Nevada have separate judicial-education obligations in addition to the CLE requirements for attorneys.

Nevada mandates that all sitting judges complete a minimum of 13 hours of combined legal/judicial education annually (including 2 hours ethics and 1 hour substance abuse/mental health), and judicial CLE credits may overlap with attorney CLE credit.

Details

  • Judicial Education Policies in Nevada require that judges who are licensed attorneys also meet the educational
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Can I submit CLE credits online in Nevada?

Yes — in Nevada you can submit CLE credits online via the Nevada Bar’s MCLE portal.

Nevada attorneys use the online system to report attendance for non-SBN courses or request credit for programs.

Details:

  • The Nevada Bar’s “Instructions for Attorneys to Submit Courses for Credit” PDF explains that from your attorney
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What counts toward CLE requirements in Nevada?

In Nevada, CLE credit counts when the activity is approved under Nevada Supreme Court Rules 205–215 and certified by the Board of Continuing Legal Education.

Attorneys must complete 13 CLE credit hours each year: 10 general, 2 ethics, and 1 substance abuse / mental health hour.

Approved activities that count

  • Live or interactive CLE programs (in-person, live webinars) approved by the Board.
  • Recorded
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How do I report CLE credits in Nevada?

You report CLE credits in Nevada by submitting an annual Affirmation of Attendance and Compliance through the Nevada State Bar’s CLE system by December 31.
Attorneys must complete 13 credit hours per year (10 general, 2 ethics, 1 substance abuse/mental health) and confirm via the Bar’s online MCLE portal.

Overview of Nevada CLE Reporting

Nevada’s CLE requirement is annual, not cyclical — you must finish credits by December 31 each year.
The credit breakdown is: 10 general credits, 2 ethics credits, and 1 credit in substance abuse / mental health.
Attorneys are responsible for self-reporting through the Bar’s system; accredited programs may report attendance, but the compliance affirmation is your duty.
Carryover is allowed: you may carry forward up to 20 general credits, 4 ethics credits, and 2 substance abuse credits beyond the annual requirement.

Steps to Report CLE in Nevada

  • Complete your 13 required credits (10 general, 2 ethics, 1 substance abuse) by December 31.
  • Retain
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