Brown County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Court (County Court) • Population: 2,903
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Brown County Court
Address
148 West 4th Street, Ainsworth, NE 69210
Phone
(402) 387-2864Court Website
https://supremecourt.nebraska.govLocal Tips
- Part of Nebraska's 8th Judicial District
- Nebraska small claims limit is $3,600
How to File in Brown County
Determine if your case qualifies for Nebraska small claims court (up to $3,600)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Brown County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (County 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 Nebraska
Important Rules in Nebraska
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Brown County, Nebraska, visit your local courthouse at 148 West 4th Street, Ainsworth, NE 69210 or the Small Claims Court (County Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($26 - $56), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $3,600.
The maximum you can sue for in Nebraska small claims court is $3,600. This limit applies to all counties including Brown County.
In Nebraska, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Brown County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Nebraska typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Brown County may vary depending on court schedules.
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