Otoe County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Otoe County, NE. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Nebraska City area.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$7,500

Court

Otoe County Court

Courthouse Location

Otoe County Court

1021 Central Avenue, Room 109

Nebraska City, NE 68410

Phone: (402) 873-9575Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

How to File in Otoe 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.

Ready to take action in Otoe County?

A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.

Read the demand letter guide

For statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Nebraska small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.