Crook County Circuit Court
Filing information for Crook County Circuit Court in Prineville, OR. Part of the Crook County small claims court system.
Small claims in Oregon — the numbers that apply at this court
$10,000
maximum claim
from $57
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Oregon small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Crook County Circuit Court
260 NW 2nd Street, Suite 300
Prineville, OR 97754
Mailing Address
260 NW 2nd Street, Suite 300
Prineville, OR 97754
Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Mon-Fri
Area Served
Crook County
How to File at Crook County Circuit Court
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available for self-represented parties through the 'Guide & File' program. Users need an email address, the ability to create PDF documents, and a credit/debit card for fees (unless a waiver is granted).
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 Oregon
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 6 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Crook County Circuit Court?
Filing fees in Oregon are set by the state and run from $57 to $102, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Oregon 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 Crook County?
Small claims cases in Crook County are limited to $10,000. 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 Crook County Circuit Court?
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 Crook County Circuit Court, and when is it open?
Crook County Circuit Court is at 260 NW 2nd Street, Suite 300, Prineville, OR 97754. Posted hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Mon-Fri. Phone: (541) 447-6541. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Prineville?
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.