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Baton Rouge City Court - Small Claims Division

Filing information for Baton Rouge City Court - Small Claims Division in Baton Rouge, LA. Part of the East Baton Rouge Parish small claims court system.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$5,000

Courthouse Details

Baton Rouge City Court - Small Claims Division

233 Saint Louis Street, Room 251

Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 3438

Baton Rouge, LA 70821

Phone: (225) 389-3017Fax: (225) 389-5260

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

Area Served

City limits of Baton Rouge

How to File at Baton Rouge City Court - Small Claims Division

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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For statewide rules, see the full Louisiana small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.