Nez Perce County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Department (Magistrate Court) • Population: 42,090
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Nez Perce County Magistrate Court
Address
1230 Main Street, Lewiston, ID 83501
Phone
(208) 799-3020Court Website
https://isc.idaho.govLocal Tips
- Idaho small claims limit is $5,000
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
How to File in Nez Perce 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 Nez Perce 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 Nez Perce County, Idaho, visit your local courthouse at 1230 Main Street, Lewiston, ID 83501 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 Nez Perce County.
In Idaho, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Nez Perce County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Idaho typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Nez Perce County may vary depending on court schedules.
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