Little River County District Court - Ashdown Division
Filing information for Little River County District Court - Ashdown Division in Ashdown, AR. Part of the Little River County small claims court system.
Small claims in Arkansas — the numbers that apply at this court
$5,000
maximum claim
$65
filing fee (published)
3–5 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Arkansas small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Little River County District Court - Ashdown Division
Little River County Courtroom Building, 2115 N. Constitution Avenue
Ashdown, AR 71822
Mailing Address
2115 N. Constitution Avenue
Ashdown, AR 71822
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Area Served
Little River County
How to File at Little River County District Court - Ashdown Division
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 take action?
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? Little River County has 2 courts.
See all 2 courts in Little River County →Small claims rules in Arkansas
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
5 yrs written contract · 5 yrs oral contract · 3 yrs property damage · 3 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Little River County District Court - Ashdown Division?
Filing fees in Arkansas are set by the state and are $65. If you can't afford the fee, Arkansas 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 Little River County?
Small claims cases in Little River County 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 Little River County District Court - Ashdown Division?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Little River County. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Where is Little River County District Court - Ashdown Division, and when is it open?
Little River County District Court - Ashdown Division is at Little River County Courtroom Building, 2115 N. Constitution Avenue, Ashdown, AR 71822. Posted hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Phone: (870) 898-7230. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Ashdown?
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.