Justice of the Peace Ward 3
Filing information for Justice of the Peace Ward 3 in St. Martinville, LA. Part of the St. Martin Parish small claims court system.
Small claims in Louisiana — the numbers that apply at this court
$5,000
maximum claim
$75
filing fee (published)
1–10 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Louisiana small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Justice of the Peace Ward 3
118 Francis Street
St. Martinville, LA 70582
Area Served
Ward 3, St. Martin Parish
How to File at Justice of the Peace Ward 3
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing for civil matters, including small claims, is available through TYBERA, as implemented by Act 352 of the 2025 Louisiana Legislative Session, effective January 1, 2026.
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. Martin Parish has 5 courts.
See all 5 courts in St. Martin Parish →Small claims rules in Louisiana
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Filed in Justice of the Peace courts in rural areas, City Courts in urban areas
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
10 yrs written contract · 10 yrs oral contract · 1 yr property damage · 1 yr personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Justice of the Peace Ward 3?
Filing fees in Louisiana are set by the state and are $75. If you can't afford the fee, Louisiana 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. Martin Parish?
Small claims cases in St. Martin Parish 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 Justice of the Peace Ward 3?
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 Justice of the Peace Ward 3, and when is it open?
Justice of the Peace Ward 3 is at 118 Francis Street, St. Martinville, LA 70582. Phone: (337) 201-2718. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in St. Martinville?
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.