Desha County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Desha County, AR. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Arkansas City area.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$5,000

Courts (2)

2 courthouses

Main Courthouse

Desha County District Court - Dumas Division

152 S. Main Street

Dumas, AR 71639

Phone: (870) 382-2444Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Other Courthouse Locations

Desha County District Court - McGehee Division

2412 Highway 65

McGehee, AR 71654

Serves: McGehee and surrounding areas of Desha County

Phone: (870) 222-3859Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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How to File in Desha 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 Desha County?

A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.

Read the demand letter guide

For statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Arkansas small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.