Elko County Small Claims Court

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

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$10,000

Courts (4)

4 courthouses

Main Courthouse

Elko Justice Court

571 Idaho Street

Elko, NV 89801

Phone: (775) 738-8403Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Other Courthouse Locations

Carlin Justice Court

101 S. 8th Street

Carlin, NV 89822

Serves: Carlin Township

Phone: (775) 754-6321Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Eastline Justice Court

1111 N. Gene L. Jones Way

West Wendover, NV 89883

Serves: Eastline Township (including West Wendover).

Phone: (775) 664-2305Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (MST).
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Wells Justice Court

1510 Lake Avenue

Wells, NV 89835

Serves: Wells, Jackpot, and Tecoma (Montello) townships.

Phone: (775) 752-3726Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Closed on Fridays.
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How to File in Elko 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 Elko 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 Nevada small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.