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Fairfax city Small Claims Court

Small Claims Court (General District Court) • Population: 24,146

$5,000
Maximum Claim
$40 - $75
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Fairfax City General District Court

Address

10455 Armstrong Street, Room 1, Fairfax, VA 22030

Court Website

https://www.vacourts.gov

Local Tips

  • Virginia small claims limit is $5,000
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

How to File in Fairfax city

1

Determine if your case qualifies for Virginia small claims court (up to $5,000)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Fairfax city courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (General 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 Virginia

5 years
Written Contracts
3 years
Oral Contracts
5 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in Virginia

No discovery in small claims
Simplified evidence rules

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Fairfax city, Virginia, visit your local courthouse at 10455 Armstrong Street, Room 1, Fairfax, VA 22030 or the Small Claims Court (General District Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($40 - $75), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $5,000.

The maximum you can sue for in Virginia small claims court is $5,000. This limit applies to all counties including Fairfax city.

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

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

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