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AZ County Guide

Pima County Small Claims Court

Justice Court Small Claims Division • Population: 1,043,433

$3,500
Maximum Claim
$18 - $68
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Pima County Consolidated Justice Court

Address

240 N Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701

Court Website

https://www.azcourts.gov

Local Tips

  • Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Small claims limit is $3,500 in Arizona justice courts
  • Self-service center available for filing assistance

How to File in Pima County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for Arizona small claims court (up to $3,500)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Pima County courthouse or online through the Justice Court Small Claims Division

4

Serve the defendant with official notice of the lawsuit

5

Prepare your evidence, documents, and witnesses

6

Attend the in-person hearing and present your case

Statute of Limitations in Arizona

6 years
Written Contracts
3 years
Oral Contracts
2 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in Arizona

No attorneys allowed
Defendant can transfer to formal court

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Pima County, Arizona, visit your local courthouse at 240 N Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701 or the Justice Court Small Claims Division website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($18 - $68), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $3,500.

The maximum you can sue for in Arizona small claims court is $3,500. This limit applies to all counties including Pima County.

In Arizona, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Pima County small claims hearings.

From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Arizona typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Pima County may vary depending on court schedules.

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