Lapeer County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Division (District Court) • Population: 88,619
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
71A District Court
Address
255 Clay Street, Lapeer, MI 48446
Phone
(810) 667-0296Court Website
https://courts.michigan.govLocal Tips
- Michigan small claims limit is $7,000
- Small claims division handles civil, landlord/tenant cases
How to File in Lapeer County
Determine if your case qualifies for Michigan small claims court (up to $6,500)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Lapeer County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Division (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 Michigan
Important Rules in Michigan
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Lapeer County, Michigan, visit your local courthouse at 255 Clay Street, Lapeer, MI 48446 or the Small Claims Division (District Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($30 - $70), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $6,500.
The maximum you can sue for in Michigan small claims court is $6,500. This limit applies to all counties including Lapeer County.
In Michigan, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Lapeer County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Michigan typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Lapeer County may vary depending on court schedules.
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