Deschutes County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Department (Circuit/Justice Court) • Population: 198,253
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Deschutes County Justice Court
Address
411 SW 9th Street, Room 230, Redmond, OR 97756
Phone
(541) 617-4758Court Website
https://www.courts.oregon.govLocal 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
Determine if your case qualifies for Oregon small claims court (up to $10,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Deschutes County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Department (Circuit/Justice 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 Oregon
Important Rules in Oregon
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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