Klamath County Circuit Court
Filing information for Klamath County Circuit Court in Klamath Falls, OR. Part of the Klamath County small claims court system.
Small claims in Oregon — the numbers that apply at this court
$10,000
maximum claim
from $57
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Oregon small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Klamath County Circuit Court
316 Main St
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
Mailing Address
Klamath County Circuit Court, 316 Main St
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 9am-5pm
Area Served
Klamath County
How to File at Klamath County Circuit Court
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available for self-represented parties in Oregon Circuit Courts. It requires an email address, ability to create PDF/PDF-A documents, and payment by credit card. If a fee waiver is sought or payment by credit card is not possible, direct contact with the court is required. The e-filing system for circuit courts is Odyssey File and Serve, accessible at oregon.tylerhost.net.
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 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 Oregon
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 6 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Klamath County Circuit Court?
Filing fees in Oregon are set by the state and run from $57 to $102, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Oregon 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 Klamath County?
Small claims cases in Klamath 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 Klamath County Circuit Court?
Electronic filing exists here, but the record indicates it isn't open to people representing themselves — it's for attorneys. Plan to file in person or by mail, and ask the clerk whether that's still the case.
Where is Klamath County Circuit Court, and when is it open?
Klamath County Circuit Court is at 316 Main St, Klamath Falls, OR 97601. Posted hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 9am-5pm. Phone: (541) 883-5503. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Klamath Falls?
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.