Camden County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Section (Special Civil Part) • Population: 523,485
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Camden County Hall of Justice
Address
101 S 5th St, Camden, NJ 08103
Phone
(856) 379-2202Court Website
https://www.njcourts.govLocal Tips
- Small claims through the Special Civil Part
- New Jersey small claims limit is $5,000
- General courthouse: (856) 650-9100
How to File in Camden County
Determine if your case qualifies for New Jersey small claims court (up to $5,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Camden County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Section (Special Civil Part)
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 New Jersey
Important Rules in New Jersey
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Camden County, New Jersey, visit your local courthouse at 101 S 5th St, Camden, NJ 08103 or the Small Claims Section (Special Civil Part) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($40 - $100), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $5,000.
The maximum you can sue for in New Jersey small claims court is $5,000. This limit applies to all counties including Camden County.
In New Jersey, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Camden County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in New Jersey typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Camden County may vary depending on court schedules.
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