Custer County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Department (Magistrate Court) • Population: 4,275
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Custer County Courthouse
Address
801 East Main Street, Challis, ID 83226
Phone
(208) 879-2360Court Website
https://isc.idaho.govLocal Tips
- Part of Idaho's 7th Judicial District
- Idaho small claims limit is $5,000
How to File in Custer County
Determine if your case qualifies for Idaho small claims court (up to $5,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Custer County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Department (Magistrate 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 Idaho
Important Rules in Idaho
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Custer County, Idaho, visit your local courthouse at 801 East Main Street, Challis, ID 83226 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 Custer County.
In Idaho, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Custer County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Idaho typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Custer County may vary depending on court schedules.
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