Salome Justice Court
Filing information for Salome Justice Court in Salome, AZ. Part of the La Paz County small claims court system.
Small claims in Arizona — the numbers that apply at this court
$5,000
maximum claim
$46
filing fee (published)
2–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Arizona small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Salome Justice Court
38226 Salome Road
Salome, AZ 85348
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 661
Salome, AZ 85348
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Area Served
La Paz County, AZ (including ZIP codes: 85325, 85328, 85334, 85344, 85346, 85348, 85357, 85359)
How to File at Salome Justice Court
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: Mandatory for La Paz County Justice Court effective February 1, 2026. Available for Civil, Evictions, and Small Claims.
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 guideWrong court? La Paz County has 3 courts.
See all 3 courts in La Paz County →Small claims rules in Arizona
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Arizona has one of the lowest limits in the country
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 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 Salome Justice Court?
Filing fees in Arizona are set by the state and are $46. If you can't afford the fee, Arizona 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 La Paz County?
Small claims cases in La Paz County are limited to $5,000. 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 Salome Justice 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 Salome Justice Court, and when is it open?
Salome Justice Court is at 38226 Salome Road, Salome, AZ 85348. Posted hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.. Phone: (928) 264-1971. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Salome?
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.