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WV County Guide

Calhoun County Small Claims Court

Magistrate Court • Population: 6,229

$10,000
Maximum Claim
$25 - $45
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Calhoun County Courthouse

Address

363 Main Street, Suite 1, Grantsville, WV 26147

Court Website

https://www.courtswv.gov

Local Tips

  • Part of West Virginia's 4th Judicial Circuit
  • West Virginia small claims limit is $10,000

How to File in Calhoun County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for West Virginia small claims court (up to $10,000)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Calhoun County courthouse or online through the Magistrate 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 West Virginia

10 years
Written Contracts
5 years
Oral Contracts
2 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in West Virginia

Magistrates hear cases
Informal procedures

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Calhoun County, West Virginia, visit your local courthouse at 363 Main Street, Suite 1, Grantsville, WV 26147 or the Magistrate Court website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($25 - $45), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $10,000.

The maximum you can sue for in West Virginia small claims court is $10,000. This limit applies to all counties including Calhoun County.

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

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

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