St. Lucie County Courthouse - Annex
Filing information for St. Lucie County Courthouse - Annex in Port St. Lucie, FL. Part of the St. Lucie County small claims court system.
Small claims in Florida — the numbers that apply at this court
$8,000
maximum claim
from $55
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
4–5 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Florida small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
St. Lucie County Courthouse - Annex
250 NW Country Club Dr
Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 700
Fort Pierce, FL 34954
Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Area Served
All of St. Lucie County
How to File at St. Lucie County Courthouse - Annex
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.
Read the demand letter guideWrong court? St. Lucie County has 2 courts.
See all 2 courts in St. Lucie County →Small claims rules in Florida
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $8,000.
Limit excludes costs, interest, and attorneys' fees
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
5 yrs written contract · 4 yrs oral contract · 4 yrs property damage · 4 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at St. Lucie County Courthouse - Annex?
Filing fees in Florida are set by the state and run from $55 to $400, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Florida 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 St. Lucie County?
Small claims cases in St. Lucie County are limited to $8,000. 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 St. Lucie County Courthouse - Annex?
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 St. Lucie County Courthouse - Annex, and when is it open?
St. Lucie County Courthouse - Annex is at 250 NW Country Club Dr, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986. Posted hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday. Phone: (772) 807-4370. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Port St. Lucie?
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.