Jal Magistrate Court
Filing information for Jal Magistrate Court in Jal, NM. Part of the Lea County small claims court system.
E-Filing
✓ Available
Max Claim
$10,000
Courthouse Details
Jal Magistrate Court
3421 State Highway 18
Jal, NM 88252
Mailing Address
PO Box 507
Jal, NM 88252
Hours: Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
How to File at Jal Magistrate Court
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available and mandatory for attorneys in Magistrate Courts. Self-represented litigants can use the 'Guide & File' service to prepare documents for in-person 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.
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