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KY County Guide

Hardin County Small Claims Court

Small Claims Division (District Court) • Population: 110,702

$2,500
Maximum Claim
$20 - $45
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Hardin County Justice Center

Address

120 E Dixie Avenue, Elizabethtown, KY 42701

Court Website

https://kycourts.gov

Local Tips

  • Kentucky small claims limit is $2,500
  • Use option 3 for District Court

How to File in Hardin County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for Kentucky small claims court (up to $2,500)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Hardin County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Division (District 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 Kentucky

15 years
Written Contracts
5 years
Oral Contracts
5 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in Kentucky

Lowest small claims limit
Simple procedures

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Hardin County, Kentucky, visit your local courthouse at 120 E Dixie Avenue, Elizabethtown, KY 42701 or the Small Claims Division (District Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($20 - $45), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $2,500.

The maximum you can sue for in Kentucky small claims court is $2,500. This limit applies to all counties including Hardin County.

In Kentucky, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Hardin County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.

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

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