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MN County Guide

Sherburne County Small Claims Court

Conciliation Court • Population: 97,183

$15,000
Maximum Claim
$35 - $75
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Sherburne County District Court

Address

13880 Business Center Drive NW, Elk River, MN 55330

Court Website

https://www.mncourts.gov

Local Tips

  • MN Conciliation Court limit is $15,000
  • Hours Monday-Friday 8 AM to 4:30 PM

How to File in Sherburne County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for Minnesota small claims court (up to $15,000)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Sherburne County courthouse or online through the Conciliation 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 Minnesota

6 years
Written Contracts
6 years
Oral Contracts
6 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in Minnesota

Called 'Conciliation Court'
Consumer credit claims up to $4,000

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Sherburne County, Minnesota, visit your local courthouse at 13880 Business Center Drive NW, Elk River, MN 55330 or the Conciliation Court website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($35 - $75), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $15,000.

The maximum you can sue for in Minnesota small claims court is $15,000. This limit applies to all counties including Sherburne County.

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

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

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