How to file small claims court for tenant who moved out 2 months early & did not pay last 2 rent in NV?

Tenant moved out almost 2 mos early w/o telling landlord of exact move-out date & didn't pay last 2 mos rent, which as I understand, they are still contractually-bound to do. Also, there was damage to property which the security deposit will be needed to repair. How do I go about getting the last 2 months rent (total $2,600, damage to property exceeds security deposit but I will forgo that) in Las Vegas, Nevada? Can the judge "make" the tenant pay if ruled in my favor? Or do I have to somehow garnish her wages? I know her SS# & school where she works. Also, technically, my mother is the landlord but since she lives out of state, she wants me to handle this matter. Can I legally act on her behalf? I don't want the tenant to get away unpunished bc what she did is so unfair! Step by step, what do I do & is there a time limit to doing this? Thx!

3 weeks ago - 1 answers