Lamb County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1
Filing information for Lamb County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 in Olton, TX. Part of the Lamb County small claims court system.
Small claims in Texas — the numbers that apply at this court
$20,000
maximum claim
from $54
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–4 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Texas small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Lamb County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 798
Olton, TX 79064
Area Served
Precinct 1 of Lamb County
How to File at Lamb County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: While e-filing is available through the state's eFileTexas system, it is not mandatory for non-attorney filers in Justice Courts. Some precincts in Lamb County may have specific instructions or preferences for e-filing.
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? Lamb County has 4 courts.
See all 4 courts in Lamb County →Small claims rules in Texas
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $20,000.
Limit raised to $20,000 effective October 2025. Filed in Justice of the Peace courts. Texas does not allow wage garnishment for most consumer debts.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
4 yrs written contract · 4 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 Lamb County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1?
Filing fees in Texas are set by the state and run from $54 to $99, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Texas 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 Lamb County?
Small claims cases in Lamb County are limited to $20,000. 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 Lamb County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1?
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.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Olton?
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.