Barnes County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Court (District Court) • Population: 10,853
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Barnes County Courthouse
Address
230 4th St. NW, Suite 302, Valley City, ND 58072
Phone
(701) 845-8512Court Website
https://www.ndcourts.govLocal Tips
- North Dakota small claims limit is $15,000
- Located in the Barnes County Courthouse
How to File in Barnes County
Determine if your case qualifies for North Dakota small claims court (up to $15,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Barnes County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (District 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 North Dakota
Important Rules in North Dakota
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Barnes County, North Dakota, visit your local courthouse at 230 4th St. NW, Suite 302, Valley City, ND 58072 or the Small Claims Court (District Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($20 - $80), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $15,000.
The maximum you can sue for in North Dakota small claims court is $15,000. This limit applies to all counties including Barnes County.
In North Dakota, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Barnes County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in North Dakota typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Barnes County may vary depending on court schedules.
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