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PA County Guide

Wyoming County Small Claims Court

Magisterial District Court • Population: 26,069

$12,000
Maximum Claim
$45 - $125
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Wyoming County Magisterial District Court 44-3-02

Address

1 Courthouse Square, Tunkhannock, PA 18657

Court Website

https://www.pacourts.us

Local Tips

  • Pennsylvania MDJ courts handle civil claims up to $12,000
  • Two magisterial districts in Wyoming County

How to File in Wyoming County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for Pennsylvania small claims court (up to $12,000)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Wyoming County courthouse or online through the Magisterial District 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 Pennsylvania

4 years
Written Contracts
4 years
Oral Contracts
2 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in Pennsylvania

District judges hear cases
Philadelphia has special procedures

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Wyoming County, Pennsylvania, visit your local courthouse at 1 Courthouse Square, Tunkhannock, PA 18657 or the Magisterial District Court website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($45 - $125), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $12,000.

The maximum you can sue for in Pennsylvania small claims court is $12,000. This limit applies to all counties including Wyoming County.

In Pennsylvania, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Wyoming County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.

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

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