Janet Berry has been a judge for over 16 years, first in the Reno Municipal Court, and since 1996 she has served in the Second Judicial District Court. The district court is a general jurisdiction court. The cases heard in this type of court include felony and gross misdemeanor criminal cases as well as civil litigation, where millions of dollars may be in dispute.

Link to District Court Website.

When asked about her job, Judge Berry will tell you, "The most rewarding aspect of my work, is the privilege of presiding over jury trials with my fellow citizens. The jury trial system is the embodiment of what our founding fathers envisioned for the justice system. I tell the jurors they are the most important people in the courtroom because they bring their common sense, collective wisdom and community spirit into the courtrooms of America. Jurors are the Judges of the facts and I am the Judge of the law and together we are the team of justice. I never cease to be amazed at the brilliance and dedication jurors bring to the court system. I consider it an honor and a privilege every time I preside over a jury trial."