Nevada Home Security and Crime Prevention Center

Crime Resources

Crime Prevention

Crime Stoppers of Nevada
National Justice Center for Justice Planning: Office of Criminal Justice Assistance
FBI: Las Vegas
Henderson Crime Lab

City Crime Prevention

Reno Police Department
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department
Reno County Crime Stoppers
Nevada Dept. of Health and Human Services: Division of Child and Family Services

Neighborhood Watch

Henderson Neighborhood Services
Washoe County Sheriff’s Office
North Las Vegas Police Department

Disaster Resources

Emergency Preparedness

Nevada Disaster Medical Assistance Team
American Red Cross of South Nevada
Southern Nevada Health District: Emergency Preparedness
Nevada Department of Public Safety: Division of Emergency Management
The Great Nevada Shake Out

Fire Safety

Nevada Department of Public Safety: State Fire Marshal
Nevada Fire Chiefs Association
Fire Prevention Association of Nevada

Alarm Associations

Nevada Security Association

General Safety Resources

General Safety

Nevada Department of Public Safety: Office of Traffic Safety
Nevada DOT: Roadway Safety
Nevada Traffic Safety
Nevada Safe Routes to School

Child Abuse Prevention

Clark County Family Services
Prevent Child Abuse Nevada
Nevada Child Seekers

Domestic Violence

Nevada Council for the Prevention of Domestic Violence
Nevada Victims of Crime
Nevada Network Against Domestic Violence
Safe EmbraceSafe House Nevada

Crime Stats in Nevada

See the Safest Cities in Nevada report for more information on crime statistics across the state.

Top 5 Burglary-Prevention Tips

1. Get a home security system

In the United States, homes without a security system are three times more likely to be burglarized. Burglars want to get in and out with minimum hassle—why risk getting caught by a security system when they could just move onto the next house? Security systems send a message to burglars that your home is not to be trifled with.

2. Keep tabs while you’re away

With the smart home features available today, it’s easy to monitor the happenings in your home whether you’re sitting on your sofa or out running errands. Look into handy features like remote activation of your security system, control of your lighting and appliances, and live video streaming to your phone.

3. Make your home less appealing to thieves

Don’t forget to take care of the obvious. Always lock your doors, and leave a spare key with a friend or neighbor (instead of under a flower pot or doormat). Don’t forget to close your windows at night or when you’re out. Trim bushes lining your home to eliminate hiding places, and invest in outdoor lighting to keep dark spots near your home entrances visible.

4. Make friends with your neighbors

Strengthening the security of your neighborhood can start with getting to know your neighbors. You might find friends who can watch your place when you’re away, look out for a lost pet, help solve package theft mysteries, or aid in an emergency. And you can work together to build safety resources your community needs.

5. Prep your home before vacation

Avoid announcing specific vacation plans on social media or making it clear that the house is empty. To maintain a lived-in appearance, stop the mail and newspapers before you leave, and set indoor lights on variable timers. Let trusted neighbors know you’ll be gone; consider asking them to park their car in your driveway or make footprints in the snow (if it’s winter).

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