Crittenden County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Crittenden County, AR. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Marion area.
Small claims in Arkansas — the numbers for Crittenden County courts
$5,000
maximum claim
$65
filing fee (published)
3–5 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Arkansas small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Main Courthouse
Crittenden County District Court - West Memphis Department
317 W Tyler Ave
West Memphis, AR 72301
Other Courthouse Locations
Crittenden County District Court - Earle Department
1004 Second Street
Earle, AR 72331
Serves: Earle and surrounding areas
Crittenden County District Court - Gilmore Department
87 Front Street
Gilmore, AR 72339
Serves: Gilmore and surrounding areas
Crittenden County District Court - Jericho Department
74 Wallace
Jericho, AR 72327
Serves: Jericho and surrounding areas
Crittenden County District Court - Marion Department
14 Military Rd
Marion, AR 72364
Serves: Marion and surrounding areas
Crittenden County District Court - Turrell Department
160 Eureka Street
Turrell, AR 72384
Serves: Turrell and surrounding areas
How to File in Crittenden County
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 take action in Crittenden County?
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 Arkansas
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
5 yrs written contract · 5 yrs oral contract · 3 yrs property damage · 3 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Crittenden County?
Filing fees in Arkansas are set by the state and are $65. If you can't afford the fee, Arkansas 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 Crittenden County?
Small claims cases in Crittenden County are limited to $5,000. 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 in Crittenden County?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Crittenden County. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Crittenden County?
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.