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Shelby County Justice of the Peace Precinct 5

Filing information for Shelby County Justice of the Peace Precinct 5 in Timpson, TX. Part of the Shelby County small claims court system.

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E-Filing

✓ Available

Max Claim

$20,000

Courthouse Details

Shelby County Justice of the Peace Precinct 5

501 Austin Street

Timpson, TX 75975

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 285

Timpson, TX 75975

Phone: (936) 254-3922Fax: (936) 254-3994

How to File at Shelby County Justice of the Peace Precinct 5

E-filing available

This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.

Note: E-filing is available statewide in Texas, and some Justice of the Peace courts permit e-filing for small claims. It is not confirmed if Shelby County Justice of the Peace Courts specifically accept e-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.

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Data verified May 6, 2026.