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Rutherford County Courthouse

Filing information for Rutherford County Courthouse in Rutherfordton, NC. Part of the Rutherford County small claims court system.

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Max Claim

$10,000

Courthouse Details

Rutherford County Courthouse

229 N. Main St., Suite 203

Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Mailing Address

229 N. Main St., Suite 203

Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Phone: (828) 288-6100Email: steve.h.owens@nccourts.org

Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Area Served

All of Rutherford County

How to File at Rutherford County Courthouse

E-filing available

This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.

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.

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For statewide rules, see the full North Carolina small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.