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VA County Guide

Prince William County Small Claims Court

Small Claims Court (General District Court) • Population: 482,204

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

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Prince William County General District Court

Address

9311 Lee Ave, Manassas, VA 20110

Court Website

https://www.vacourts.gov

Local Tips

  • Small claims limit is $5,000 in Virginia
  • Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Located in the Judicial Center complex

How to File in Prince William County

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 Prince William County 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 Prince William County, Virginia, visit your local courthouse at 9311 Lee Ave, Manassas, VA 20110 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 Prince William County.

In Virginia, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Prince William County, 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 Prince William County may vary depending on court schedules.

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