Harrison County Justice Court - 2nd District
Filing information for Harrison County Justice Court - 2nd District in Biloxi, MS. Part of the Harrison County small claims court system.
Small claims in Mississippi — the numbers that apply at this court
$3,500
maximum claim
$48
filing fee (published)
3 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Mississippi small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Harrison County Justice Court - 2nd District
190 Lameuse Street
Biloxi, MS 39530
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 1141
Biloxi, MS 39533
Area Served
Geographic area of the 2nd Justice Court District of Harrison County
How to File at Harrison County Justice Court - 2nd District
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.
Ready to take action?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideWrong court? Harrison County has 2 courts.
See all 2 courts in Harrison County →Small claims rules in Mississippi
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $3,500.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
3 yrs written contract · 3 yrs oral contract · 3 yrs property damage · 3 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Harrison County Justice Court - 2nd District?
Filing fees in Mississippi are set by the state and are $48. If you can't afford the fee, Mississippi 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 Harrison County?
Small claims cases in Harrison County are limited to $3,500. 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 at Harrison County Justice Court - 2nd District?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Harrison County. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Where is Harrison County Justice Court - 2nd District, and when is it open?
Harrison County Justice Court - 2nd District is at 190 Lameuse Street, Biloxi, MS 39530. Phone: (228) 435-8252. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Biloxi?
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.