Webster Parish Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Webster Parish, LA. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Minden area.
Small claims in Louisiana — the numbers for Webster Parish courts
$5,000
maximum claim
$75
filing fee (published)
1–10 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Louisiana small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Main Courthouse
Minden City Court
520 Broadway St
Minden, LA 71055
Other Courthouse Locations
Justice of the Peace District 1 (Shongaloo)
216 Leton Cutoff Road
Shongaloo, LA 71072
Serves: Shongaloo area (District 1 / Ward 1)
Justice of the Peace District 1 (Shongaloo)
1267 Hilltop Road
Shongaloo, LA 71072
Serves: Shongaloo area (District 1 / Ward 1)
Justice of the Peace District 3 (Minden)
685 Elmo Burton Loop
Minden, LA 71055
Serves: Minden area (District 3)
Justice of the Peace District 5 (Heflin)
1518 Diamond T Road
Heflin, LA 71039
Serves: Heflin area (District 5)
Justice of the Peace District 5 (Heflin)
385 Martha Woods Road
Heflin, LA 71039
Serves: Heflin area (District 5)
Springhill City Court
101 Machen Drive
Springhill, LA 71075
Serves: City of Springhill and surrounding areas within its jurisdiction
How to File in Webster Parish
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 Webster Parish?
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 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 in Webster Parish?
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 Webster Parish?
Small claims cases in Webster 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 in Webster Parish?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Webster Parish. 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 Webster Parish?
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.