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Duval County Small Claims Court

Small Claims Court (County Court) • Population: 995,567

$8,000
Maximum Claim
$55 - $300
Filing Fees
30-90 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Duval County Courthouse

Address

501 W Adams St, Room 1046, Jacksonville, FL 32202

Court Website

https://www.flcourts.org

Local Tips

  • Small Claims in the West Lobby, 1st Floor
  • Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Small claims limit is $8,000 in Florida

How to File in Duval County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for Florida small claims court (up to $8,000)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Duval County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (County Court)

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 Florida

5 years
Written Contracts
4 years
Oral Contracts
4 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in Florida

Pre-trial conference required
Mediation strongly encouraged

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Duval County, Florida, visit your local courthouse at 501 W Adams St, Room 1046, Jacksonville, FL 32202 or the Small Claims Court (County Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($55 - $300), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $8,000.

The maximum you can sue for in Florida small claims court is $8,000. This limit applies to all counties including Duval County.

In Florida, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Duval County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.

From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Florida typically takes 30-90 days. Timelines in Duval County may vary depending on court schedules.

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