Harris County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Harris County, TX. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Houston area.
Small claims in Texas — the numbers for Harris County courts
$20,000
maximum claim
from $54
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–4 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Texas small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Harris County has 16 independent courts
How to choose: By defendant's residence or where the cause of action arose
All Courts in Harris County
Precinct 1, Place 1 — Judge Carter
7300 North Shepherd
Houston, TX 77091-2437
Precinct 1, Place 2 — Judge Duble
1302 Preston
Houston, TX 77002-2013
Precinct 2, Place 1 — Judge Delgado
10851 Scarsdale
Houston, TX 77089-5743
Precinct 2, Place 2 — Judge Lozano
101 South Richey, Suite B
Pasadena, TX 77506
Precinct 3, Place 1 — Judge Stephens
14350 Wallisville Road
Houston, TX 77049-4145
Precinct 3, Place 2 — Judge Bates
701 W. Baker Road
Baytown, TX 77521-2376
Precinct 4, Place 1 — Judge Goodwin
6831 Cypresswood Drive
Klein, TX 77379-7700
Precinct 4, Place 2 — Judge Korduba
7900 Will Clayton Parkway
Humble, TX 77338-5849
Precinct 5, Place 1 — Judge García
6000 Chimney Rock
Houston, TX 77081-4004
Precinct 5, Place 2 — Judge Wolfe
16715 Clay Road
Houston, TX 77084-4009
Precinct 6, Place 1 — Judge Treviño
333 Lockwood
Houston, TX 77011-2141
Precinct 6, Place 2 — Judge Rodriguez
1001 Macario Garcia
Houston, TX 77011
Precinct 7, Place 1 — Judge Adams
5737 Cullen Boulevard
Houston, TX 77021-1638
Precinct 7, Place 2 — Judge Burney
5300 Griggs Road
Houston, TX 77021-3715
Precinct 8, Place 1 — Judge Williamson
7330 Spencer Highway
Pasadena, TX 77505-1824
Precinct 8, Place 2 — Judge Ditta
16603 Buccaneer
Houston, TX 77062-5823
How to File in Harris County
E-filing available
This county accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
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 get your money back?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideSmall claims rules in Texas
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $20,000.
Limit raised to $20,000 effective October 2025. Filed in Justice of the Peace courts. Texas does not allow wage garnishment for most consumer debts.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
4 yrs written contract · 4 yrs oral contract · 2 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Harris County?
Filing fees in Texas are set by the state and run from $54 to $99, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Texas offers a fee waiver — ask the clerk how to apply. Fees change, so confirm the current amount with the court clerk before you file.
What's the most I can sue for in Harris County?
Small claims cases in Harris County are limited to $20,000. If your claim is worth more than that, you either have to bring it in a different court or give up the amount above the limit to stay in small claims. The clerk can confirm which court fits your claim.
Can I file online in Harris County?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Harris County. You can also file in person or by mail. The clerk's office can tell you which option is fastest for your case.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Harris County?
Small claims court is built for people representing themselves, and most filers do exactly that. Whether an attorney may appear varies by state — the state guide linked on this page covers the rule where you are, and the clerk can confirm it.
Answers reflect published court data. Court rules and fees change — the clerk is always the authoritative source.