6th Division District Court
Filing information for 6th Division District Court in Providence, RI. Part of the Providence County small claims court system.
Small claims in Rhode Island — the numbers that apply at this court
$5,000
maximum claim
$40
filing fee (published)
3–10 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Rhode Island small claims guide · The form that starts a case (DC-SC-1): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
6th Division District Court
J. Joseph Garrahy Judicial Complex, One Dorrance Plaza
Providence, RI 02903
Mailing Address
One Dorrance Plaza
Providence, RI 02903
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 4:00PM, except court holidays
Area Served
Barrington, Bristol, Burrillville, Central Falls, Cumberland, East Providence, Pawtucket, Providence, Warren, and Woonsocket. Also serves Foster, Glocester, Johnston, Lincoln, North Providence, North Smithfield, Scituate, and Smithfield.
How to File at 6th Division District Court
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: Electronic filing is mandatory for small claims actions in the District Court, except for incarcerated individuals or where a waiver is granted.
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 guideSmall claims rules in Rhode Island
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
10 yrs written contract · 10 yrs oral contract · 10 yrs property damage · 3 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at 6th Division District Court?
Filing fees in Rhode Island are set by the state and are $40. If you can't afford the fee, Rhode Island 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 Providence County?
Small claims cases in Providence 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 6th Division District Court?
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 6th Division District Court, and when is it open?
6th Division District Court is at J. Joseph Garrahy Judicial Complex, One Dorrance Plaza, Providence, RI 02903. Posted hours: Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 4:00PM, except court holidays. Phone: (401) 458-5402. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Providence?
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.