Eddy County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Eddy County, NM. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Carlsbad area.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$10,000

Courts (3)

3 courthouses

Main Courthouse

Artesia Magistrate Court

109 N. 15th St.

Artesia, NM 88210

Phone: (575) 746-2481Hours: Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (open during the lunch hour)

Other Courthouse Locations

Carlsbad Magistrate Court

1949 Canal St.

Carlsbad, NM 88220

Phone: (575) 885-3218Hours: Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (open during the lunch hour)

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Eunice Magistrate Court

1008 12th St.

Eunice, NM 88231

Phone: (575) 394-3368Hours: Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (open during the lunch hour)

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How to File in Eddy County

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File in person

Bring your completed forms to the courthouse clerk during business hours. Pay the filing fee by cash, check, or credit card.

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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 Eddy 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 New Mexico small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.