Yavapai County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Yavapai County, AZ. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the area.
Small claims in Arizona — the numbers for Yavapai County courts
$5,000
maximum claim
$46
filing fee (published)
2–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Arizona small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Yavapai County has 5 independent courts
How to choose: By defendant's residence or where the cause of action arose
All Courts in Yavapai County
Bagdad-Yarnell Justice Court
Bagdad Justice Facility: 100 Main Street, Bagdad, AZ 86321; Yarnell Justice Court Facility: 22591 Looka Way
Yarnell, AZ 85362
Serves: Congress, Kirkland, Moonlight Mesa, Peeples Valley, Quail Run, Rincon, Vista Royale, Walnut Grove, Wilhoit, Yarnell
Mayer Justice Court
12840 Central Avenue
Mayer, AZ 86333
Serves: Mayer, Bumble Bee, Cleator, Black Canyon City, Crown King, Humboldt, Dewey, Prescott Country Club, Cherry, Big Bug Canyon, Poland Junction, Spring Valley, Cordes Lakes, Arcosanti, Rock Springs, Castle Hot Springs
Prescott Justice/City Court
120 South Cortez Street
Prescott, AZ 86303
Serves: Prescott area
Seligman Justice Court
54150 Floyd Street
Seligman, AZ 86337
Serves: Seligman, Ash Fork, and portions of Historic Route 66, Interstate 40, and State Route 89
Verde Valley Justice Court
10 South 6th Street
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Serves: Cottonwood and Camp Verde
How to File in Yavapai 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.
Important for Yavapai County: Data needs verification — added 2026-04-30 to fill source gap.
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 Arizona
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Arizona has one of the lowest limits in the country
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 3 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 Yavapai County?
Filing fees in Arizona are set by the state and are $46. If you can't afford the fee, Arizona 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 Yavapai County?
Small claims cases in Yavapai 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 in Yavapai County?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Yavapai 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 Yavapai 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.