Mineral County Justice Court
Filing information for Mineral County Justice Court in Superior, MT. Part of the Mineral County small claims court system.
Small claims in Montana — the numbers that apply at this court
$7,000
maximum claim
$30
filing fee (published)
2–8 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Montana small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Mineral County Justice Court
Mineral County Courthouse, 300 River Street
Superior, MT 59872
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 658
Superior, MT 59872
Hours: 8am to 5pm
Area Served
Mineral County
How to File at Mineral County Justice Court
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 guideSmall claims rules in Montana
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $7,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
8 yrs written contract · 5 yrs oral contract · 2 yrs property damage · 3 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Mineral County Justice Court?
Filing fees in Montana are set by the state and are $30. If you can't afford the fee, Montana 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 Mineral County?
Small claims cases in Mineral County are limited to $7,000. 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 Mineral County Justice Court?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Mineral 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 Mineral County Justice Court, and when is it open?
Mineral County Justice Court is at Mineral County Courthouse, 300 River Street, Superior, MT 59872. Posted hours: 8am to 5pm. Phone: (406) 822-3550. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Superior?
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.