Bottineau County District Court
Filing information for Bottineau County District Court in Bottineau, ND. Part of the Bottineau County small claims court system.
Small claims in North Dakota — the numbers that apply at this court
$15,000
maximum claim
$20
filing fee (published)
6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full North Dakota small claims guide · The form that starts a case (Form 2): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Bottineau County District Court
314 W 5th St, Ste 12
Bottineau, ND 58318
Hours: Monday - Friday ~ 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Area Served
Bottineau County
How to File at Bottineau County District Court
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: North Dakota has a statewide e-filing portal, Odyssey File & Serve. According to N.D.R.Ct. 3.5, self-represented litigants are exempt from mandatory e-filing but may use the Odyssey system. The portal allows for registration as a self-represented filer.
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.
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 North Dakota
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $15,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 6 yrs property damage · 6 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Bottineau County District Court?
Filing fees in North Dakota are set by the state and are $20. If you can't afford the fee, North Dakota 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 Bottineau County?
Small claims cases in Bottineau County are limited to $15,000. 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 at Bottineau County District Court?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Bottineau County. You can also file in person or by mail. The clerk's office can tell you which option is fastest for your case.
Where is Bottineau County District Court, and when is it open?
Bottineau County District Court is at 314 W 5th St, Ste 12, Bottineau, ND 58318. Posted hours: Monday - Friday ~ 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Phone: (701) 228-3983. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Bottineau?
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.