Avoyelles Parish Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Avoyelles Parish, LA. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Marksville area.
Small claims in Louisiana — the numbers for Avoyelles Parish courts
$5,000
maximum claim
$75
filing fee (published)
1–10 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Louisiana small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Main Courthouse
Marksville City Court
427 North Washington St.
Marksville, LA 71351
Other Courthouse Locations
Bunkie City Court
107 West Oak Street
Bunkie, LA 71322
Serves: City of Bunkie, Ward 10
Justice of the Peace Ward 1
902 Hwy 107
Centerpoint, LA 71323
Serves: Ward 1 (Effie-Centerpoint area)
Justice of the Peace Ward 3
2326 LeGlise Street
Mansura, LA 71350
Serves: Ward 3 (Mansura area)
Justice of the Peace Ward 4
4142 Bordelon Street (City Hall)
Hessmer, LA 71341
Serves: Ward 4 (Hessmer area)
Justice of the Peace Ward 5
111 German Bayou Road
Marksville, LA 71351
Serves: Ward 5 (Fifth Ward/Marksville area)
Justice of the Peace Ward 6
791 Big Bend Road
Moreauville, LA 71355
Serves: Ward 6 (Moreauville-Bordelonville area)
Justice of the Peace Ward 7
2254 Hwy 105
Simmesport, LA 71369
Serves: Ward 7 (Simmesport area)
Justice of the Peace Ward 8
206 English Road
Plaucheville, LA 71362
Serves: Ward 8 (Plaucheville area)
Justice of the Peace Ward 9
778 Choupique Lane
Cottonport, LA 71327
Serves: Ward 9 (Cottonport area)
Justice of the Peace Ward 11
897 South Bayou DeGlaise Road
Cottonport, LA 71327
Serves: Ward 11 (Cottonport-Longbridge area)
How to File in Avoyelles Parish
E-filing available
This county accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse clerk during business hours. Pay the filing fee by cash, check, or credit card.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this courthouse first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee (check or money order) plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
Ready to get your money back?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideSmall claims rules in Louisiana
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Filed in Justice of the Peace courts in rural areas, City Courts in urban areas
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
10 yrs written contract · 10 yrs oral contract · 1 yr property damage · 1 yr personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Avoyelles Parish?
Filing fees in Louisiana are set by the state and are $75. If you can't afford the fee, Louisiana offers a fee waiver — ask the clerk how to apply. Fees change, so confirm the current amount with the court clerk before you file.
What's the most I can sue for in Avoyelles Parish?
Small claims cases in Avoyelles Parish are limited to $5,000. If your claim is worth more than that, you either have to bring it in a different court or give up the amount above the limit to stay in small claims. The clerk can confirm which court fits your claim.
Can I file online in Avoyelles Parish?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Avoyelles Parish. You can also file in person or by mail. The clerk's office can tell you which option is fastest for your case.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Avoyelles Parish?
Small claims court is built for people representing themselves, and most filers do exactly that. Whether an attorney may appear varies by state — the state guide linked on this page covers the rule where you are, and the clerk can confirm it.
Answers reflect published court data. Court rules and fees change — the clerk is always the authoritative source.