Lincoln County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Lincoln County, NM. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Carrizozo area.
E-Filing
✓ Available
File your claim online — no trip to file
Max Claim
$10,000
Courts (2)
2 courthouses
Main Courthouse
Lincoln County Magistrate Court - Carrizozo Division
310 11th Street
Carrizozo, NM 88301
Other Courthouse Locations
Lincoln County Magistrate Court - Ruidoso Division
301 US Highway 70
Ruidoso, NM 88345
Serves: Ruidoso and surrounding areas within Lincoln County
How to File in Lincoln County
E-filing available
This county accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
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 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 guideFor statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full New Mexico small claims court guide →