Charlotte County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Charlotte County, FL. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Punta Gorda area.
E-Filing
✓ Available
File your claim online — no trip to file
Max Claim
$8,000
Court
Charlotte County Justice Center
Courthouse Location
Charlotte County Justice Center
350 E. Marion Avenue
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
How to File in Charlotte 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 guideFor statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Florida small claims court guide →