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AZ County Guide

Yavapai County Small Claims Court

Justice Court Small Claims Division • Population: 236,209

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

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Prescott Justice Court

Address

120 S Cortez Street, Prescott, AZ 86303

Court Website

https://www.azcourts.gov

Local Tips

  • Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Small claims handled through Justice Court system

How to File in Yavapai 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 Yavapai 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 Yavapai County, Arizona, visit your local courthouse at 120 S Cortez Street, Prescott, AZ 86303 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 Yavapai County.

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

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

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