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Escambia County Small Claims Court

Small Claims Court (County Court) • Population: 321,905

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

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Escambia County Courthouse

Address

190 W Government Street, Room 23010, 2nd Floor, Pensacola, FL 32502

Court Website

https://www.flcourts.org

Local Tips

  • Hours: Mon-Thu 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, Fri 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
  • Mail filings to County Civil PO Box 333, Pensacola, FL 32591

How to File in Escambia 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 Escambia 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 Escambia County, Florida, visit your local courthouse at 190 W Government Street, Room 23010, 2nd Floor, Pensacola, FL 32502 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 Escambia County.

In Florida, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Escambia 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 Escambia County may vary depending on court schedules.

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