Brown County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Court (Magistrate Court) • Population: 38,301
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Brown County Clerk of Courts
Address
101 SE 1st Avenue, Aberdeen, SD 57401
Phone
(605) 626-2451Court Website
https://ujs.sd.govLocal Tips
- South Dakota small claims limit is $12,000
- Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
How to File in Brown County
Determine if your case qualifies for South Dakota small claims court (up to $12,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Brown County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (Magistrate 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 South Dakota
Important Rules in South Dakota
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Brown County, South Dakota, visit your local courthouse at 101 SE 1st Avenue, Aberdeen, SD 57401 or the Small Claims Court (Magistrate Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($30 - $60), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $12,000.
The maximum you can sue for in South Dakota small claims court is $12,000. This limit applies to all counties including Brown County.
In South Dakota, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Brown County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in South Dakota typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Brown County may vary depending on court schedules.
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