Small claims court in Lincoln County, Nevada
In Lincoln County, small claims cases up to $10,000 are heard by more than one court: 2 justice courts. File with the one that serves the area where the defendant lives or does business, or where the problem happened.
Not sure which court? Call the clerk: 775-962-8059 (Meadow Valley Justice Court) or see Official court directory.
Where to file in Lincoln County
One of several courts in Lincoln County: 2 justice courts. Find the right one: Official court directory.
Meadow Valley Justice Court
Mailing address: P.O. Box 36, Pioche, NV 89043 (mail only; call for the courthouse location)
Phone: 775-962-8059
2 justice courts: Meadow Valley (Pioche) and Pahranagat Valley Justice Court (https://lincolncountynv.org/courts/pahranagat-valley-justice-court/); file in the justice court township where the defendant lives, works or does business, where the damage happened, or where the contract was to be performed
Court addresses, phones and hours change. Call the clerk before you go, and ask whether small claims are filed at this location.
Is this the right county?
File in the justice court township where the defendant lives, works or does business, where the injury or damage happened, or where the contract was to be performed.
If the person or business you are suing is in another county, use that county's court instead. See all Nevada counties.
How to file in Lincoln County
Ask for payment in writing
You must ask for the money before you file. Las Vegas accepts any form of demand; North Las Vegas and Henderson want a letter by certified mail and a 15-day wait. Make a free demand letter.
File it with the right court and pay the fee
The fee depends on how much you ask for. The state lists $55 up to $2,500, $95 up to $5,000 and $145 up to $10,000, but courts add local fees: in Las Vegas and North Las Vegas it's $66 to $196. Serving the papers costs extra. Fee waiver: Application to Proceed in Forma Pauperis (fee waiver).
Have the papers served
You can't serve the papers yourself. Use the constable, sheriff, a licensed process server, or an adult who isn't part of the case. Service by certified mail needs a judge's approval first.
Go to the hearing
Hearings are usually 30 to 60 days after you file. Some courts send cases to mediation first. Bring receipts, photos, messages, the contract and your demand letter, with copies.
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Where is small claims court in Lincoln County?
Lincoln County has more than one small claims court (2 justice courts). File with the one that serves the area where the defendant lives or where the problem happened, as the venue rules say. One of them is the Meadow Valley Justice Court, P.O. Box 36, Pioche, NV 89043. Phone: 775-962-8059. Official list of all of them: Official court directory, https://nvcourts.gov/find_a_court/justice_courts
How much can I sue for in Lincoln County small claims court?
Up to $10,000. You can sue for up to $10,000, for money only. People and businesses have the same limit. Attorney fees generally can't be added.
How much does it cost to file in Lincoln County?
The fee depends on how much you ask for. The state lists $55 up to $2,500, $95 up to $5,000 and $145 up to $10,000, but courts add local fees: in Las Vegas and North Las Vegas it's $66 to $196. Serving the papers costs extra. Fee waiver: Application to Proceed in Forma Pauperis (fee waiver).