Bay County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Bay County, MI. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Bay City area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$7,000
Court
74th District Court
Courthouse Location
74th District Court
1230 Washington Avenue
Bay City, MI 48708
How to File in Bay County
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 take action in Bay County?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideFor statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Michigan small claims court guide →