News mentions - William E. Schaeffer

3 mentions on record from public news sources.

• Nevada's district attorney races are often uncontested. Here's why experts say it's a problem. - The Nevada Independent

  “…Nevada this year with past disciplinary issues. Lander County District Attorney William Schaeffer formerly served as district attorney in Esmeralda County, where the county…”

  thenevadaindependent.com - Jul 5, 2026 - read article

• Judge hands down maximum sentence in Battle Mountain murder

  “…in September of 2025. In court Tuesday, Lander County District Attorney William Schaeffer said Laren Durfey was shot twice and then stabbed six times, claiming Winters…”

  mynews4.com - Apr 8, 2026 - read article

• Ask Joe: victim's mother responds to plea deal in Battle Mountain murder

  “…of my son and I hope you do as well." Lander County District Attorney William Schaeffer says he believes there was a fight between Durfey and Winters that escalated…”

  mynews4.com - Feb 18, 2026 - read article