Tarrant County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Tarrant County, TX. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Fort Worth area.
Small claims in Texas — the numbers for Tarrant County courts
$20,000
maximum claim
from $54
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–4 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Texas small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Tarrant County has 9 independent courts
How to choose: By defendant's residence or where the cause of action arose
All Courts in Tarrant County
JP Precinct 3 - Hurst
645 Grapevine Hwy., Suite 220
Hurst, TX 76054
JP Precinct 3 - Southlake
1400 Main St., Suite 220
Southlake, TX 76092
Justice of the Peace Precinct 1
100 W. Weatherford St., Rm 450
Fort Worth, TX 76196
Justice of the Peace Precinct 2
700 E. Abram St., Suite 200
Arlington, TX 76010
Justice of the Peace Precinct 4
6713 Telephone Rd., Suite 201
Lake Worth, TX 76135
Justice of the Peace Precinct 5
350 W. Belknap St., 1st Floor
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Justice of the Peace Precinct 6
6551 Granbury Rd.
Fort Worth, TX 76133
Justice of the Peace Precinct 7
1100 E. Broad St., Suite 202
Mansfield, TX 76063
Justice of the Peace Precinct 8
3500 Miller Ave.
Fort Worth, TX 76119
How to File in Tarrant County
E-filing available
This county accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
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 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 guideSmall claims rules in Texas
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $20,000.
Limit raised to $20,000 effective October 2025. Filed in Justice of the Peace courts. Texas does not allow wage garnishment for most consumer debts.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
4 yrs written contract · 4 yrs oral contract · 2 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Tarrant County?
Filing fees in Texas are set by the state and run from $54 to $99, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Texas 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 Tarrant County?
Small claims cases in Tarrant County are limited to $20,000. 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 Tarrant County?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Tarrant County. You can also file in person or by mail. The clerk's office can tell you which option is fastest for your case.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Tarrant 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.