Chaves County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Chaves County, NM. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Roswell area.

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Courts (2)

2 courthouses

Main Courthouse

Roswell Magistrate Court

400 N. Virginia Ave., Ste G-1

Roswell, NM 88201

Phone: (575) 624-6088Hours: Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (open during the lunch hour)

Other Courthouse Locations

Artesia Magistrate Court

109 N. 15th St.

Artesia, NM 88210

Serves: Geographic area covered by the Artesia Magistrate Court district in Chaves County

Phone: (575) 746-2481Hours: Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (open during the lunch hour)

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How to File in Chaves County

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E-filing available

This county accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.

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File in person

Bring your completed forms to the courthouse clerk during business hours. Pay the filing fee by cash, check, or credit card.

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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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A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.

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For statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full New Mexico small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.