Sullivan County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Sullivan County, TN. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Blountville area.
Small claims in Tennessee — the numbers for Sullivan County courts
$25,000
maximum claim
$130
filing fee (published)
1–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Tennessee small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Main Courthouse
Bristol General Sessions Court
801 Anderson Street, Room 131
Bristol, TN 37620
Other Courthouse Locations
Blountville General Sessions Court
3411 Highway 126
Blountville, TN 37617
Serves: Sullivan County
Kingsport General Sessions Court
200 Shelby Street
Kingsport, TN 37660
Serves: Sullivan County
How to File in Sullivan County
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse clerk during business hours. Pay the filing fee by cash, check, or credit card.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this courthouse first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee (check or money order) plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
Ready to take action in Sullivan County?
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 Tennessee
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $25,000.
One of the highest limits in the country. Filed in General Sessions Court, not a separate small claims court.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 3 yrs property damage · 1 yr personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Sullivan County?
Filing fees in Tennessee are set by the state and are $130. If you can't afford the fee, Tennessee 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 Sullivan County?
Small claims cases in Sullivan County are limited to $25,000. 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 in Sullivan County?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Sullivan County. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Sullivan County?
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.