Union Township Justice Court
Filing information for Union Township Justice Court in Winnemucca, NV. Part of the Humboldt County small claims court system.
Small claims in Nevada — the numbers that apply at this court
$10,000
maximum claim
from $56
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Nevada small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Union Township Justice Court
50 W Fifth Street, Rooms 208-210
Winnemucca, NV 89445
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 1218
Winnemucca, NV 89446
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Traffic/Civil Division); Criminal Division: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (closed for lunch from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM)
Area Served
Humboldt County (defendant must reside, do business, or be employed in Humboldt County, or the cause of action arose there)
How to File at Union Township Justice Court
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 guideSmall claims rules in Nevada
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 4 yrs oral contract · 3 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Union Township Justice Court?
Filing fees in Nevada are set by the state and run from $56 to $131, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Nevada 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 Humboldt County?
Small claims cases in Humboldt County are limited to $10,000. 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 at Union Township Justice Court?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Humboldt 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 Union Township Justice Court, and when is it open?
Union Township Justice Court is at 50 W Fifth Street, Rooms 208-210, Winnemucca, NV 89445. Posted hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Traffic/Civil Division); Criminal Division: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (closed for lunch from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM). Phone: (775) 623-6377. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Winnemucca?
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.