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Bath County Judicial Center

Filing information for Bath County Judicial Center in Owingsville, KY. Part of the Bath County small claims court system.

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$2,500

maximum claim

$45

filing fee (published)

1–15 yrs

filing deadline by claim type

Yes

e-filing accepted

Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Kentucky small claims guide · The form that starts a case (AOC-175): every field explained.

Courthouse Details

Bath County Judicial Center

65 Water St.

Owingsville, KY 40360

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 558

Owingsville, KY 40360

Phone: (606) 674-2186Fax: (606) 674-3996

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. EST

Area Served

Bath County

How to File at Bath County Judicial Center

E-filing available

This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.

Note: E-filing is available for self-represented litigants for small claims cases through the KYeCourts system. Users must create an account and complete the eFiling Certification for Self-Represented Litigants. There is no fee to register or file documents electronically, but applicable filing fees still apply, along with a 2.25% service fee (minimum $2.50) for online payments.

File in person

Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.

File by mail

Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.

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Small claims rules in Kentucky

How much you can sue for

Individuals can sue for up to $2,500.

Lowest small claims limit in the country

Deadline to file (statute of limitations)

15 yrs written contract · 5 yrs oral contract · 2 yrs property damage · 1 yr personal injury

See the full Kentucky small claims court guide →

Common questions

How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Bath County Judicial Center?

Filing fees in Kentucky are set by the state and are $45. If you can't afford the fee, Kentucky 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 Bath County?

Small claims cases in Bath County are limited to $2,500. 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 at Bath County Judicial Center?

Electronic filing exists here, but the record indicates it isn't open to people representing themselves — it's for attorneys. Plan to file in person or by mail, and ask the clerk whether that's still the case.

Where is Bath County Judicial Center, and when is it open?

Bath County Judicial Center is at 65 Water St., Owingsville, KY 40360. Posted hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. EST. Phone: (606) 674-2186. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.

Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Owingsville?

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.