Superior Court, Geographical Area 5 at Derby
Filing information for Superior Court, Geographical Area 5 at Derby in Derby, CT. Part of the New Haven County small claims court system.
Small claims in Connecticut — the numbers that apply at this court
$5,000
maximum claim
$95
filing fee (published)
2–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Connecticut small claims guide · The form that starts a case (JD-CV-40): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Superior Court, Geographical Area 5 at Derby
106 Elizabeth Street
Derby, CT 06418
Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Area Served
Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Derby, Orange, Oxford, Seymour, Shelton
How to File at Superior Court, Geographical Area 5 at Derby
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: Self-represented parties and attorneys can use the Connecticut Judicial Branch's E-Services to file small claims cases electronically.
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.
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How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 3 yrs oral contract · 2 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Superior Court, Geographical Area 5 at Derby?
Filing fees in Connecticut are set by the state and are $95. If you can't afford the fee, Connecticut 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 New Haven County?
Small claims cases in New Haven 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 Superior Court, Geographical Area 5 at Derby?
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 Superior Court, Geographical Area 5 at Derby, and when is it open?
Superior Court, Geographical Area 5 at Derby is at 106 Elizabeth Street, Derby, CT 06418. Posted hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday. Phone: (203) 735-7438. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Derby?
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.