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Bannock County Small Claims Court

Small Claims Department (Magistrate Court) • Population: 87,018

$5,000
Maximum Claim
$40 - $75
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Bannock County Courthouse

Address

624 E Center Street, Pocatello, ID 83201

Court Website

https://isc.idaho.gov

Local Tips

  • Idaho small claims limit is $5,000
  • Court Assistance Office in Room 106

How to File in Bannock County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for Idaho small claims court (up to $5,000)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Bannock County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Department (Magistrate 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 Idaho

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

Important Rules in Idaho

Attorneys not permitted
Informal procedures

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Bannock County, Idaho, visit your local courthouse at 624 E Center Street, Pocatello, ID 83201 or the Small Claims Department (Magistrate Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($40 - $75), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $5,000.

The maximum you can sue for in Idaho small claims court is $5,000. This limit applies to all counties including Bannock County.

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

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

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