South County Justice Court Precinct 2 (Somerton-San Luis)
Filing information for South County Justice Court Precinct 2 (Somerton-San Luis) in San Luis, AZ. Part of the Yuma County small claims court system.
Small claims in Arizona — the numbers that apply at this court
$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.
Courthouse Details
South County Justice Court Precinct 2 (Somerton-San Luis)
1358 E. Liberty St.
San Luis, AZ 85349
Mailing Address
PO Box 7650
San Luis, AZ 85349
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Area Served
Precinct 2 (South of Co. 16th St), including voting precincts 5, 6, 7, 21, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33
How to File at South County Justice Court Precinct 2 (Somerton-San Luis)
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing will be available in all Yuma County Justice Courts on September 4, 2025, and will become mandatory effective February 1, 2026. The Arizona Code of Judicial Administration (ACJA) § 1-901 governs electronically filed documents.
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 guideWrong court? Yuma County has 3 courts.
See all 3 courts in Yuma County →Small 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 at South County Justice Court Precinct 2 (Somerton-San Luis)?
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 Yuma County?
Small claims cases in Yuma 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 South County Justice Court Precinct 2 (Somerton-San Luis)?
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 South County Justice Court Precinct 2 (Somerton-San Luis), and when is it open?
South County Justice Court Precinct 2 (Somerton-San Luis) is at 1358 E. Liberty St., San Luis, AZ 85349. Posted hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Phone: (928) 314-5100. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in San Luis?
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.