Concho County Justice of the Peace
Filing information for Concho County Justice of the Peace in Paint Rock, TX. Part of the Concho County small claims court system.
Small claims in Texas — the numbers that apply at this court
$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.
Courthouse Details
Concho County Justice of the Peace
152 N Roberts Ave
Paint Rock, TX 76866
Mailing Address
PO Box 44
Paint Rock, TX 76866
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm (Closed to the public at 4:30 pm)
Area Served
All of Concho County
How to File at Concho County Justice of the Peace
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is mandatory for all civil cases in Concho County Justice Courts.
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.
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 at Concho County Justice of the Peace?
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 Concho County?
Small claims cases in Concho 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 at Concho County Justice of the Peace?
Electronic filing exists here, but the record indicates it isn't open to people representing themselves — it's for attorneys. Plan to file in person or by mail, and ask the clerk whether that's still the case.
Where is Concho County Justice of the Peace, and when is it open?
Concho County Justice of the Peace is at 152 N Roberts Ave, Paint Rock, TX 76866. Posted hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm (Closed to the public at 4:30 pm). Phone: (325) 732-4706. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Paint Rock?
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.