Minnehaha County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Minnehaha County, SD. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Sioux Falls area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$12,000
Court
Minnehaha County Clerk of Courts
Courthouse Location
Minnehaha County Clerk of Courts
425 N. Dakota Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
How to File in Minnehaha County
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.
Important for Minnehaha County: Sioux Falls area. South Dakota small claims limit is $12,000.
Ready to take action in Minnehaha County?
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 South Dakota small claims court guide →