Bernalillo County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Bernalillo County, NM. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Albuquerque area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$10,000
Court
Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court
Courthouse Location
Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court
401 Lomas Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
How to File in Bernalillo 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.
Important for Bernalillo County: Albuquerque area. New Mexico small claims limit is $10,000.
Ready to take action in Bernalillo 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 New Mexico small claims court guide →