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Deschutes County Small Claims Court

Small Claims Department (Circuit/Justice Court) • Population: 198,253

$10,000
Maximum Claim
$35 - $100
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Deschutes County Justice Court

Address

411 SW 9th Street, Room 230, Redmond, OR 97756

Local Tips

  • Court office is in Redmond but serves all of Deschutes County
  • Office closed daily from noon to 1:00 PM

How to File in Deschutes County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for Oregon small claims court (up to $10,000)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Deschutes County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Department (Circuit/Justice Court)

4

Serve the defendant with official notice of the lawsuit

5

Prepare your evidence, documents, and witnesses

6

Attend the in-person hearing and present your case

Statute of Limitations in Oregon

6 years
Written Contracts
6 years
Oral Contracts
6 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in Oregon

Only defendant can appeal
Attorneys not allowed

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Deschutes County, Oregon, visit your local courthouse at 411 SW 9th Street, Room 230, Redmond, OR 97756 or the Small Claims Department (Circuit/Justice Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($35 - $100), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $10,000.

The maximum you can sue for in Oregon small claims court is $10,000. This limit applies to all counties including Deschutes County.

In Oregon, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Deschutes County small claims hearings.

From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Oregon typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Deschutes County may vary depending on court schedules.

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