San Patricio County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in San Patricio County, TX. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Sinton area.
Small claims in Texas — the numbers for San Patricio 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.
San Patricio County has 6 independent courts
How to choose: By defendant's residence or where the cause of action arose
All Courts in San Patricio County
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1
300 North Rachal
Sinton, TX 78387
Serves: Serves the city of Sinton and surrounding areas in Precinct 1.
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2
322 Main St
Odem, TX 78370
Serves: Serves the city of Odem and surrounding areas in Precinct 2.
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4
900 Austin Street
Portland, TX 78374
Serves: Serves the city of Portland and surrounding areas in Precinct 4.
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5
619 North Frio Street
Mathis, TX 78368
Serves: Serves the city of Mathis and surrounding areas in Precinct 5.
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 6
225 W. Wheeler
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
Serves: Serves the city of Aransas Pass and surrounding areas in Precinct 6.
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 8
215 McIntyre Avenue
Taft, TX 78390
Serves: Serves the city of Taft and surrounding areas in Precinct 8.
How to File in San Patricio 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.
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 San Patricio 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 San Patricio County?
Small claims cases in San Patricio 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 San Patricio County?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in San Patricio 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 San Patricio 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.