Judith Basin County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Court (Justice/City Court) • Population: 2,023
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Judith Basin County Courthouse
Address
31 1st Avenue, Stanford, MT 59479
Phone
(406) 566-2277Court Website
https://courts.mt.govLocal Tips
- Part of Montana's 10th Judicial District
- Montana small claims limit is $7,000
How to File in Judith Basin 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 Judith Basin 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 Judith Basin County, Montana, visit your local courthouse at 31 1st Avenue, Stanford, MT 59479 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 Judith Basin County.
In Montana, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Judith Basin County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Montana typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Judith Basin County may vary depending on court schedules.
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