Otero County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Court (County Court) • Population: 18,690
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Otero Combined Court
Address
13 W 3rd St, Room 207, La Junta, CO 81050
Phone
(719) 384-4951Court Website
https://www.courts.state.co.usLocal Tips
- Colorado small claims limit is $7,500
- Court hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
How to File in Otero County
Determine if your case qualifies for Colorado small claims court (up to $7,500)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Otero County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (County Court)
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 Colorado
Important Rules in Colorado
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Otero County, Colorado, visit your local courthouse at 13 W 3rd St, Room 207, La Junta, CO 81050 or the Small Claims Court (County Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($31 - $55), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $7,500.
The maximum you can sue for in Colorado small claims court is $7,500. This limit applies to all counties including Otero County.
In Colorado, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Otero County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Colorado typically takes 30-90 days. Timelines in Otero County may vary depending on court schedules.
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