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TX State Guide

Texas Small Claims Court

Justice Court (Small Claims)

$20,000
Maximum Claim
$40 - $100
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Court Information

Court Name

Justice Court (Small Claims)

Attorneys

Allowed

Appeal Rights

Appeal to County Court within 21 days

Court Website

https://www.txcourts.gov

Statute of Limitations

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

Unique Rules in Texas

Second highest limit nationwide
Eviction cases also heard
Very business-friendly

How to File in Texas

1

Determine if your case qualifies for small claims court

2

Send a demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the correct courthouse

4

Serve the defendant with the lawsuit

5

Prepare your evidence and presentation

6

Attend the hearing and present your case

Amendment Filing Fees in Texas

Amendment Fee Range

Amendment fees in Texas typically range from $15-$50, depending on the court and type of amendment.

Important Note
Contact your local court clerk for exact amendment fees, as they vary by jurisdiction.

When Amendments Are Allowed

Before the defendant is served
To correct clerical errors or add necessary details
With court permission after service
Cannot increase claim amount beyond court limits

Common Amendment Types

Correct Defendant Name
Fix misspellings or add proper legal names
Add Damages
Include additional damages discovered later
Clarify Facts
Provide clearer description of the dispute

State-Specific Resources

Additional guides and information for Texas small claims cases

Unpaid Invoice Guide

Texas-specific procedures for collecting unpaid invoices through small claims court, including justice of the peace requirements.

Complete Small Claims Guide

Comprehensive guide to filing, preparing, and winning your small claims court case nationwide.

Demand Letter Templates

Free templates and examples for writing effective demand letters before filing your case.

Frequently Asked Questions

The maximum you can sue for in Texas small claims court is $20,000.

Filing fees in Texas range from $40 - $100, depending on the claim amount.

Yes, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in Texas small claims court.

From filing to hearing typically takes 30-60 days in Texas.

Appeal to County Court within 21 days

Counties We Serve in Texas

Find small claims court information for your county

Harris County

Population: 4,731,145
Max claim: $20,000

Dallas County

Population: 2,613,539
Max claim: $20,000

Tarrant County

Population: 2,110,640
Max claim: $20,000

Bexar County

Population: 2,009,324
Max claim: $20,000

Travis County

Population: 1,290,188
Max claim: $20,000

Collin County

Population: 1,064,465
Max claim: $20,000

Denton County

Population: 906,422
Max claim: $20,000

Hidalgo County

Population: 870,781
Max claim: $20,000

El Paso County

Population: 865,657
Max claim: $20,000

Fort Bend County

Population: 822,779
Max claim: $20,000
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All 254 Counties in Texas

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State-Specific Resources

Additional guides and information for Texas small claims cases

Unpaid Invoice Guide

Texas-specific procedures for collecting unpaid invoices through small claims court, including justice of the peace requirements.

Complete Small Claims Guide

Comprehensive guide to filing, preparing, and winning your small claims court case nationwide.

Demand Letter Templates

Free templates and examples for writing effective demand letters before filing your case.

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