Brazos County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Brazos County, TX. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Bryan area.
Small claims in Texas — the numbers for Brazos County courts
$20,000
maximum claim
from $54
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–4 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Texas small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Brazos County has 4 independent courts
How to choose: By defendant's residence or where the cause of action arose
All Courts in Brazos County
Brazos County Justice of the Peace: Precinct 1
412 William D. Fitch Parkway
College Station, TX 77845
Serves: Based on the Brazos County 'Find my Precinct' tool, this court serves a specific geographic area within the county.
Brazos County Justice of the Peace: Precinct 2
200 S. Texas Avenue, Suite 114
Bryan, TX 77803
Serves: Based on the Brazos County 'Find my Precinct' tool, this court serves a specific geographic area within the county.
Brazos County Justice of the Peace: Precinct 3
1500 George Bush Dr.
College Station, TX 77840
Serves: Based on the Brazos County 'Find my Precinct' tool, this court serves a specific geographic area within the county.
Brazos County Justice of the Peace: Precinct 4
300 E 26th Street, Suite 460
Bryan, TX 77803
Serves: Based on the Brazos County 'Find my Precinct' tool, this court serves a specific geographic area within the county.
How to File in Brazos County
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 Texas
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $20,000.
Limit raised to $20,000 effective October 2025. Filed in Justice of the Peace courts. Texas does not allow wage garnishment for most consumer debts.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
4 yrs written contract · 4 yrs oral contract · 2 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Brazos County?
Filing fees in Texas are set by the state and run from $54 to $99, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Texas 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 Brazos County?
Small claims cases in Brazos County are limited to $20,000. 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 Brazos County?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Brazos County. 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 Brazos County?
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.