Candidate for Department P Faces Public Reprimand, Arrest, Perjury Questions, and Fraud Allegations
Clark County, Nevada — Thursday, March 19, 2026 — The candidacy of Kurt A. Smith for Clark County Family Court, Department P is under an unrelenting spotlight, and for good reason. Smith’s record reveals a disturbing pattern of ethical lapses, courtroom defiance, and alleged fraud that makes him fundamentally unfit to serve as a judge.
1. Public Reprimand — Permanent Black Mark on Record
In 2018, Smith received a Public Reprimand from the Nevada State Bar, an official disciplinary action confirming serious violations of professional conduct:
📄 Public Reprimand (State Bar) — Link
This is not a minor hiccup — it is a permanent stain on his professional record. Any candidate aspiring to oversee families, children, and civil disputes must demonstrate unimpeachable integrity. Smith’s record proves he has fallen short.
2. Arrest and Contempt: Flouting the Law in Clark County Courtroom
Smith has already been jailed by a Clark County judge, specifically Judge Ron Israel, for contempt of court after trying to avoid jury duty:
📰 Las Vegas Review-Journal: Judge Jails Lawyer Who Tried to Duck Jury Duty — Link
A judicial candidate who cannot follow basic legal obligations demonstrates a shocking disregard for the law — the very law he seeks to enforce as a judge.
3. Potential Perjury on Official Candidate Questionnaire
Smith’s judicial candidate questionnaire, submitted to the Clark County Election Department, requires full disclosure of legal violations and disciplinary actions under penalty of perjury. Questions on the form specifically ask about criminal convictions and violations of law:
📄 Judicial Candidate Questionnaire — Link
Public records suggest that Smith misrepresented or omitted material information, including his State Bar reprimand. Misleading voters on an official filing is not just unethical — it is potentially criminal under Nevada law.
4. Fraud Complaint Filed by Blain Jones
Adding fuel to the fire, Blain Jones filed a formal complaint of fraud and misconduct against Smith, asserting deceptive practices and misrepresentation affecting clients and public trust:
📄 Blain Jones Complaint & Jury Demand (Jan. 21, 2026) — Link Kurt Smith Complaint and Jury Demand 1.21.26 FILED filed by Blain Jones
The complaint alleges serious fraudulent behavior, further underscoring Smith’s pattern of ethical breaches. A candidate facing allegations of fraud cannot credibly claim to uphold justice in family court.
5. Oversight Complaints by Veterans In Politics International
Recognizing Smith’s troubling record, Veterans In Politics International has taken formal action:
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Filed a State Bar complaint, highlighting Smith’s disciplinary history and questionnaire disclosures.
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Filed a complaint with the Nevada Commission on Judicial Discipline, invoking the Commission’s authority over judicial candidates under NRS 1.300, 1.310, and 1.320.
These filings demand rigorous review of Smith’s conduct and send a clear warning to voters: his candidacy is under serious ethical scrutiny.
6. Why Clark County Voters Must Reject Smith
Judges are entrusted with the lives, families, and futures of citizens. Kurt Smith’s record demonstrates:
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A public disciplinary reprimand (permanent and public)
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Arrest for contempt of court
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Misleading answers under penalty of perjury
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A formal fraud complaint filed by a client
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Formal complaints to the State Bar and Judicial Commission
This is not a record of minor mistakes — it is a pattern of disregard for the law and ethical standards, making Smith dangerously unqualified for any judicial position.
7. Conclusion: Integrity Matters More Than Ambition
Clark County families deserve judges who are ethical, honest, and accountable. Kurt Smith’s record shows a repeated failure in every measure of professional and personal integrity. Voters, attorneys, and watchdog organizations must scrutinize his candidacy carefully and reject a candidate whose record reveals an ongoing pattern of misconduct, deception, and courtroom disrespect.
Attachments / Links for Public Review
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Public Reprimand — State Bar of Nevada — Link
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Judicial Candidate Questionnaire — Link
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Las Vegas Review-Journal: Arrest & Contempt — Link
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Blain Jones Complaint & Jury Demand (Jan. 21, 2026) — Link Kurt Smith Complaint and Jury Demand 1.21.26 FILED filed by Blain Jones file:///C:/Users/Owner/Downloads/Complaint%20and%20Jury%20Demand%201.21.26%20FILED.pdf
