Nueces County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Nueces County, TX. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Corpus Christi area.
Small claims in Texas — the numbers for Nueces County courts
$20,000
maximum claim
from $54
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–4 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Texas small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Nueces County has 9 independent courts
How to choose: By defendant's residence or where the cause of action arose
All Courts in Nueces County
Justice of the Peace Precinct 1, Place 1
901 Leopard St, Room 116
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Serves: Precinct 1, Place 1 of Nueces County
Justice of the Peace Precinct 1, Place 2
901 Leopard St, Room 115
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Serves: Precinct 1, Place 2 of Nueces County
Justice of the Peace Precinct 1, Place 3
11408 Leopard Street
Corpus Christi, TX 78410
Serves: Precinct 1, Place 3 of Nueces County
Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, Place 1
5725 S. Padre Island Dr., Suite 150
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
Serves: Precinct 2, Place 1 of Nueces County
Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, Place 2
10110 Compton Rd
Corpus Christi, TX 78418
Serves: Precinct 2, Place 2 of Nueces County
Justice of the Peace Precinct 3
115 South Ash Street
Bishop, TX 78343
Serves: Precinct 3 of Nueces County, including Bishop, Driscoll, and parts of Corpus Christi and Robstown.
Justice of the Peace Precinct 4
705 W. Avenue A
Port Aransas, TX 78373
Serves: Precinct 4 of Nueces County, including Port Aransas and Mustang Island.
Justice of the Peace Precinct 5, Place 1
710 East Main
Robstown, TX 78380
Serves: Precinct 5, Place 1 of Nueces County, including Robstown.
Justice of the Peace Precinct 5, Place 2
1514 2nd Street
Agua Dulce, TX 78330
Serves: Precinct 5, Place 2 of Nueces County, including Agua Dulce.
How to File in Nueces County
E-filing available
This county accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
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 Nueces County: Corpus Christi area. Texas limit is $20,000.
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 guideSmall claims rules in Texas
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $20,000.
Limit raised to $20,000 effective October 2025. Filed in Justice of the Peace courts. Texas does not allow wage garnishment for most consumer debts.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
4 yrs written contract · 4 yrs oral contract · 2 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Nueces County?
Filing fees in Texas are set by the state and run from $54 to $99, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Texas 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 Nueces County?
Small claims cases in Nueces County are limited to $20,000. 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 in Nueces County?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Nueces County. You can also file in person or by mail. The clerk's office can tell you which option is fastest for your case.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Nueces County?
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.