Collin County Small Claims Court
Justice Court (Small Claims) • Population: 1,064,465
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Collin County JP Precinct 3
Address
2300 Bloomdale Rd, Suite 1164, McKinney, TX 75071
Phone
(972) 548-4125Court Website
https://www.txcourts.govLocal Tips
- Electronic filing available through eFileTexas.com
- Multiple JP precincts serve different areas of the county
- Email Jp3civil@collincountytx.gov for filing questions
How to File in Collin County
Determine if your case qualifies for Texas small claims court (up to $20,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Collin County courthouse or online through the Justice Court (Small Claims)
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 Texas
Important Rules in Texas
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Collin County, Texas, visit your local courthouse at 2300 Bloomdale Rd, Suite 1164, McKinney, TX 75071 or the Justice Court (Small Claims) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($40 - $100), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $20,000.
The maximum you can sue for in Texas small claims court is $20,000. This limit applies to all counties including Collin County.
In Texas, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Collin County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Texas typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Collin County may vary depending on court schedules.
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