Warren County Courthouse
Filing information for Warren County Courthouse in Belvidere, NJ. Part of the Warren County small claims court system.
Small claims in New Jersey — the numbers that apply at this court
$5,000
maximum claim
$35
filing fee (published)
2–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full New Jersey small claims guide · The form that starts a case (CN 10151): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Warren County Courthouse
413 Second Street
Belvidere, NJ 07823
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 900
Belvidere, NJ 07823
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Area Served
Warren County
How to File at Warren County Courthouse
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: Available through the Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) system. Documents must be in .pdf, .docx, or .jpg format, with a maximum file size of 35MB. Evidence or discovery documents cannot be uploaded. Filings are processed during normal business hours (weekdays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
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 guideSmall claims rules in New Jersey
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Security deposit cases also capped at $5,000
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 6 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Warren County Courthouse?
Filing fees in New Jersey are set by the state and are $35. If you can't afford the fee, New Jersey 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 Warren County?
Small claims cases in Warren County 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 Warren County Courthouse?
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 Warren County Courthouse, and when is it open?
Warren County Courthouse is at 413 Second Street, Belvidere, NJ 07823. Posted hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.. Phone: (908) 750-8100. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Belvidere?
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.