Las Animas County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Las Animas County, CO. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Trinidad area.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$7,500

Court

Las Animas Combined Court

Courthouse Location

Las Animas Combined Court

200 E 1st St, Suite 304

Trinidad, CO 81082

Phone: (719) 846-3316Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

How to File in Las Animas County

File in person

Bring your completed forms to the courthouse clerk during business hours. Pay the filing fee by cash, check, or credit card.

File by mail

Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this courthouse first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee (check or money order) plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.

Ready to take action in Las Animas County?

A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.

Read the demand letter guide

For statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Colorado small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.