Justice of the Peace Ward 12
Filing information for Justice of the Peace Ward 12 in Winnfield, LA. Part of the Winn Parish small claims court system.
Small claims in Louisiana — the numbers that apply at this court
$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.
Courthouse Details
Justice of the Peace Ward 12
7097 Highway 84
Winnfield, LA 71483
Area Served
Ward 12, Winn Parish
How to File at Justice of the Peace Ward 12
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 take action?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideWrong court? Winn Parish has 8 courts.
See all 8 courts in Winn Parish →Small 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 at Justice of the Peace Ward 12?
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 Winn Parish?
Small claims cases in Winn 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 at Justice of the Peace Ward 12?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Winn Parish. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Where is Justice of the Peace Ward 12, and when is it open?
Justice of the Peace Ward 12 is at 7097 Highway 84, Winnfield, LA 71483. Phone: (318) 628-0698. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Winnfield?
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.