Charlottesville city Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Charlottesville city, VA. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$5,000
Court
City of Charlottesville General District Court
Courthouse Location
City of Charlottesville General District Court
606 E Market Street
Charlottesville, VA 22902
How to File in Charlottesville city
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.
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Ready to take action in Charlottesville city?
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 Virginia small claims court guide →