Humboldt County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Humboldt County, CA. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Eureka area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$12,500
Court
Humboldt County Superior Court - Civil Division
Courthouse Location
Humboldt County Superior Court - Civil Division
421 I Street
Eureka, CA 95501
How to File in Humboldt 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 Humboldt County?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideFor statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full California small claims court guide →