Sandoval County Magistrate Court (Bernalillo)
Filing information for Sandoval County Magistrate Court (Bernalillo) in Bernalillo, NM. Part of the Sandoval County small claims court system.
Small claims in New Mexico — the numbers that apply at this court
$10,000
maximum claim
$46
filing fee (published)
3–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full New Mexico small claims guide · The form that starts a case (4-201): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Sandoval County Magistrate Court (Bernalillo)
1000 Montoya Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004
Mailing Address
1000 Montoya Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004
Hours: Monday: 8 a.m. to 3:30 PM (Starting July 21, 2025); Tuesday-Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:00 PM
Area Served
Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Corrales areas
How to File at Sandoval County Magistrate Court (Bernalillo)
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available for attorneys through the New Mexico Judiciary's online File & Serve system. Self-represented litigants can use the 'Guide & File' service (https://www.nmcourts.gov/guide-file.aspx) to prepare court documents, which must then be printed and filed in person. Self-represented litigants can also apply for online access to their case records via re:SearchNM (https://researchnm.tylerhost.net) after filing in person. E-filing is voluntary for attorneys during the phased rollout, and paper documents are still accepted for self-represented litigants. Electronic filing and service fees are recoverable costs.
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? Sandoval County has 2 courts.
See all 2 courts in Sandoval County →Small claims rules in New Mexico
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000.
Metropolitan Court in Albuquerque, Magistrate Court elsewhere
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 4 yrs oral contract · 4 yrs property damage · 3 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Sandoval County Magistrate Court (Bernalillo)?
Filing fees in New Mexico are set by the state and are $46. If you can't afford the fee, New Mexico 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 Sandoval County?
Small claims cases in Sandoval County are limited to $10,000. 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 Sandoval County Magistrate Court (Bernalillo)?
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 Sandoval County Magistrate Court (Bernalillo), and when is it open?
Sandoval County Magistrate Court (Bernalillo) is at 1000 Montoya Road, Bernalillo, NM 87004. Posted hours: Monday: 8 a.m. to 3:30 PM (Starting July 21, 2025); Tuesday-Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:00 PM. Phone: (505) 867-5202. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Bernalillo?
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.