Tallahatchie County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Tallahatchie County, MS. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Charleston area.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$3,500

Courts (2)

2 courthouses

Main Courthouse

Tallahatchie County Justice Court - District 1

1 Court Square

Charleston, MS 38921

Phone: (662) 647-3477Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday

Other Courthouse Locations

Tallahatchie County Justice Court - District 2

1 Main Street

Sumner, MS 38957

Serves: Sumner District of Tallahatchie County

Phone: (662) 375-9452Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday
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How to File in Tallahatchie 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 Tallahatchie County?

A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.

Read the demand letter guide

For statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Mississippi small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.