Jefferson County District Court
Filing information for Jefferson County District Court in Waurika, OK. Part of the Jefferson County small claims court system.
Small claims in Oklahoma — the numbers that apply at this court
$10,000
maximum claim
from $58
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–5 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Oklahoma small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Jefferson County District Court
220 N. Main St.
Waurika, OK 73573
Mailing Address
220 N. Main St.
Waurika, OK 73573
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am to 4:00pm
Area Served
Jefferson County
How to File at Jefferson County District 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 Oklahoma
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
5 yrs written contract · 3 yrs oral contract · 2 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Jefferson County District Court?
Filing fees in Oklahoma are set by the state and run from $58 to $80, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Oklahoma 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 Jefferson County?
Small claims cases in Jefferson 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 Jefferson County District Court?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Jefferson 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 Jefferson County District Court, and when is it open?
Jefferson County District Court is at 220 N. Main St., Waurika, OK 73573. Posted hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am to 4:00pm. Phone: (580) 228-2961. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Waurika?
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.