Russell County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Court (District Court) • Population: 6,691
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Russell County Courthouse
Address
401 North Main Street, Russell, KS 67665
Phone
(785) 483-4641Court Website
https://www.kscourts.orgLocal Tips
- Part of Kansas' 20th Judicial District
- Kansas small claims limit is $4,000
How to File in Russell County
Determine if your case qualifies for Kansas small claims court (up to $4,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Russell County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (District 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 Kansas
Important Rules in Kansas
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Russell County, Kansas, visit your local courthouse at 401 North Main Street, Russell, KS 67665 or the Small Claims Court (District Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($20 - $55), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $4,000.
The maximum you can sue for in Kansas small claims court is $4,000. This limit applies to all counties including Russell County.
In Kansas, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Russell County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Kansas typically takes 30-45 days. Timelines in Russell County may vary depending on court schedules.
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