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3rd Justice of the Peace Court

Filing information for 3rd Justice of the Peace Court in Bernice, LA. Part of the Claiborne Parish small claims court system.

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E-Filing

✓ Available

Max Claim

$5,000

Courthouse Details

3rd Justice of the Peace Court

153 Reynolds Road

Bernice, LA 71222

Phone: (318) 353-6808

How to File at 3rd Justice of the Peace Court

E-filing available

This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.

Note: E-filing is offered by the Claiborne Parish Clerk of Court for civil matters. Specific restrictions for small claims in Justice of the Peace courts are not detailed.

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.

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Data verified May 6, 2026.