Poinsett County District Court - Lepanto Division
Filing information for Poinsett County District Court - Lepanto Division in Lepanto, AR. Part of the Poinsett County small claims court system.
Small claims in Arkansas — the numbers that apply at this court
$5,000
maximum claim
$65
filing fee (published)
3–5 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Arkansas small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Poinsett County District Court - Lepanto Division
117 Greenwood Ave
Lepanto, AR 72354
Mailing Address
PO Box 610
Lepanto, AR 72354
Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday
Official court website →How to File at Poinsett County District Court - Lepanto Division
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available statewide through the eFlex system. A one-time registration fee of $100 is required, and an additional $20 electronic filing fee is assessed for new cases. While available, it is not explicitly stated as mandatory for small claims in Poinsett County.
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 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 guideWrong court? Poinsett County has 6 courts.
See all 6 courts in Poinsett County →Small claims rules in Arkansas
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
5 yrs written contract · 5 yrs oral contract · 3 yrs property damage · 3 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Poinsett County District Court - Lepanto Division?
Filing fees in Arkansas are set by the state and are $65. If you can't afford the fee, Arkansas 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 Poinsett County?
Small claims cases in Poinsett 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 Poinsett County District Court - Lepanto Division?
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 Poinsett County District Court - Lepanto Division, and when is it open?
Poinsett County District Court - Lepanto Division is at 117 Greenwood Ave, Lepanto, AR 72354. Posted hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday. Phone: (870) 475-2415. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Lepanto?
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.