Carbon County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Court (Justice/City Court) • Population: 10,473
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Carbon County Courthouse
Address
17 W. 11th St., Red Lodge, MT 59068
Phone
(406) 446-1220Court Website
https://courts.mt.govLocal Tips
- Montana small claims limit is $7,000
- Located in the Carbon County Courthouse
How to File in Carbon County
Determine if your case qualifies for Montana small claims court (up to $7,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Carbon County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (Justice/City 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 Montana
Important Rules in Montana
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Carbon County, Montana, visit your local courthouse at 17 W. 11th St., Red Lodge, MT 59068 or the Small Claims Court (Justice/City Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($20 - $60), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $7,000.
The maximum you can sue for in Montana small claims court is $7,000. This limit applies to all counties including Carbon County.
In Montana, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Carbon County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Montana typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Carbon County may vary depending on court schedules.
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