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Justice of the Peace Precinct 1

Filing information for Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 in Denton, TX. Part of the Denton County small claims court system.

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Max Claim

$20,000

Courthouse Details

Justice of the Peace Precinct 1

1 Courthouse Drive, Suite 1100

Denton, TX 76208

Phone: (940) 349-3170Fax: (940) 349-3171Email: JP1.Court@dentoncounty.gov

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Area Served

Denton (portion), Corinth (portion), Shady Shores, and surrounding areas.

How to File at Justice of the Peace Precinct 1

E-filing available

This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.

Note: Denton County Justice of the Peace courts accept e-filing through the statewide eFileTexas.gov portal.

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.