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ID County Guide

Boundary County Small Claims Court

Small Claims Department (Magistrate Court) • Population: 12,056

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

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Boundary County Courthouse

Address

6452 Kootenai St., Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

Court Website

https://isc.idaho.gov

Local Tips

  • Idaho small claims limit is $5,000
  • Located in the Boundary County Courthouse

How to File in Boundary 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 Boundary 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 Boundary County, Idaho, visit your local courthouse at 6452 Kootenai St., Bonners Ferry, ID 83805 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 Boundary County.

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

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

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