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Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3

Filing information for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 in Benavides, TX. Part of the Duval County small claims court system.

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Courthouse Details

Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3

131 W. Main (Benavides Civic Center)

Benavides, TX 78341

Mailing Address

P O Box 756

Benavides, TX 78341

Phone: (361) 256-3982Fax: (361) 256-3129Email: aida.estraca@co.duval.tx.us

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday

How to File at Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3

E-filing available

This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.

Note: E-filing is available statewide through the eFileTexas.gov portal. While not mandatory for self-represented litigants in all cases, it is encouraged. The Duval County JP courts' specific policies on e-filing could not be determined.

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.