Yuma County Small Claims Court
Justice Court Small Claims Division • Population: 203,881
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Yuma County Justice Center
Address
168 S 2nd Avenue, Suite A, Yuma, AZ 85364
Phone
(928) 817-4100Court Website
https://www.azcourts.govLocal Tips
- Small claims in Arizona are handled through Justice Courts
- Court hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM weekdays
How to File in Yuma County
Determine if your case qualifies for Arizona small claims court (up to $3,500)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Yuma County courthouse or online through the Justice Court Small Claims Division
Serve the defendant with official notice of the lawsuit
Prepare your evidence, documents, and witnesses
Attend the in-person hearing and present your case
Statute of Limitations in Arizona
Important Rules in Arizona
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Yuma County, Arizona, visit your local courthouse at 168 S 2nd Avenue, Suite A, Yuma, AZ 85364 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 Yuma County.
In Arizona, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Yuma County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Arizona typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Yuma County may vary depending on court schedules.
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