Marshall Department (f/k/a Searcy County District Court)
Filing information for Marshall Department (f/k/a Searcy County District Court) in Marshall, AR. Part of the Searcy 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
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Arkansas small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Marshall Department (f/k/a Searcy County District Court)
110 College Street
Marshall, AR 72650
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 885
Marshall, AR 72650
Hours: Monday-Friday 08:00 - 12:00, 13:00 - 16:30
Area Served
Searcy County (cases filed where defendant resides, obligation was to be performed, or injury occurred)
How to File at Marshall Department (f/k/a Searcy County District Court)
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 take action?
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 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 Marshall Department (f/k/a Searcy County District Court)?
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 Searcy County?
Small claims cases in Searcy 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 Marshall Department (f/k/a Searcy County District Court)?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Searcy County. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Where is Marshall Department (f/k/a Searcy County District Court), and when is it open?
Marshall Department (f/k/a Searcy County District Court) is at 110 College Street, Marshall, AR 72650. Posted hours: Monday-Friday 08:00 - 12:00, 13:00 - 16:30. Phone: (870) 448-5411. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Marshall?
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.