Choudrant Justice of Peace Court
Filing information for Choudrant Justice of Peace Court in Choudrant, LA. Part of the Lincoln Parish small claims court system.
Small claims in Louisiana — the numbers that apply at this court
$5,000
maximum claim
$75
filing fee (published)
1–10 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Louisiana small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Choudrant Justice of Peace Court
2629 U.S. 80
Choudrant, LA 71227
Area Served
Choudrant area of Lincoln Parish (for claims up to $5,000)
How to File at Choudrant Justice of Peace Court
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available statewide through eFileLA. The Lincoln Parish Clerk of Court also lists 'Clerk Connect/Online Fees' and 'Online Search' departments, indicating digital services. [cite: 16 (previous search result), 30 (previous search result), 33 (previous search result), 37 (previous search result)]
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? Lincoln Parish has 3 courts.
See all 3 courts in Lincoln Parish →Small claims rules in Louisiana
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Filed in Justice of the Peace courts in rural areas, City Courts in urban areas
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
10 yrs written contract · 10 yrs oral contract · 1 yr property damage · 1 yr personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Choudrant Justice of Peace Court?
Filing fees in Louisiana are set by the state and are $75. If you can't afford the fee, Louisiana 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 Lincoln Parish?
Small claims cases in Lincoln Parish 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 Choudrant Justice of Peace 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 Choudrant Justice of Peace Court, and when is it open?
Choudrant Justice of Peace Court is at 2629 U.S. 80, Choudrant, LA 71227. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Choudrant?
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.