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Latah County Small Claims Court

Small Claims Department (Magistrate Court) • Population: 39,517

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

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Latah County Magistrate Court

Address

522 S Adams Street, Room 119, Moscow, ID 83843

Court Website

https://isc.idaho.gov

Local Tips

  • Idaho small claims limit is $5,000
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Mon/Wed, 8 AM - 5 PM Tue/Thu/Fri

How to File in Latah 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 Latah 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 Latah County, Idaho, visit your local courthouse at 522 S Adams Street, Room 119, Moscow, ID 83843 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 Latah County.

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

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

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