Deschutes County Court Bend Oregon
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Instead of driving to 1100 NW Bond Street and waiting in line, file your small claims case online. We handle all Deschutes County court forms and filing requirements.
Deschutes County follows Oregon's generous $10,000 small claims limit - one of the highest in the nation. This means you can recover more money without needing a lawyer.
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$55-95 vs $273+ for civil court
Deschutes County Court Departments
Civil lawsuits over $10,000
Claims up to $10,000
Divorce, custody, support
Wills, estates, guardianships
Deschutes County Court Locations
Handles:
- Civil
- Criminal
- Family Court
- Probate
- Small Claims
Handles:
- Traffic Violations
- Parking Citations
- Minor Offenses
Handles:
- Traffic
- Small Claims
- Violations
How to File with Deschutes County Court
Drive to 1100 NW Bond Street, Bend
Find parking downtown ($5-15)
Wait in line (20-45 minutes average)
Complete forms at the counter
Pay filing fees ($55-273)
Arrange service of process separately
Total Cost: $55-273 filing + $40+ service + parking
Complete simple online form from home
We prepare all Deschutes County forms
Send demand letter via certified mail
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Total Cost: $29 service fee + court filing fees
Important Information for Deschutes County Filers
- Maximum claim: $10,000 in Oregon
- File at Circuit Court for all small claims
- Claims over $10,000 require regular civil filing
- No attorney required for small claims
- Contracts: 6 years to file
- Property damage: 6 years from incident
- Personal injury: 2 years from injury
- Fraud: 2 years from discovery
- Downtown Bend courthouse has limited parking
- Redmond Justice Court handles East County cases
- Court is busiest Monday mornings and Friday afternoons
- E-filing available for some case types
- Mediation services available for disputes
- Spanish interpreters available upon request
Deschutes County Court FAQs
The main Deschutes County Circuit Court is at 1100 NW Bond Street, Bend, OR 97703, in downtown Bend near the Old Mill District. This modern courthouse handles all civil cases, family court, probate, and small claims matters for Deschutes County.
The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The clerk's office stops accepting new filings at 4:30 PM. The court is closed on weekends and all federal and state holidays.
Small claims filing fees in Deschutes County range from $55 to $95, depending on the amount of your claim. Claims up to $2,500 cost $55, while claims from $2,500 to $10,000 cost $95. Additional fees apply for service of process ($40+).
Oregon courts offer limited e-filing for certain case types. However, most small claims and civil cases still require in-person or mail filing. You can use services like PettyLawsuit to prepare and file your documents online, saving you a trip to the courthouse.
Oregon has one of the highest small claims limits in the nation at $10,000. This applies to all counties including Deschutes. You can file claims up to this amount without an attorney in small claims court, making it easier to recover larger debts.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the address of Deschutes County Court in Bend?
The Deschutes County Circuit Court is located at 1100 NW Bond Street, Bend, OR 97703. This is the main courthouse that handles civil, criminal, family, and probate matters for Deschutes County.
What are the hours for Deschutes County Court?
The Deschutes County Court is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The court is closed on weekends and federal/state holidays. Some services may require appointments.
How do I file small claims in Deschutes County Oregon?
Small claims in Deschutes County (up to $10,000) are filed at the Circuit Court. You can file in person at 1100 NW Bond Street in Bend, or use an online filing service like PettyLawsuit for faster processing.
What is the phone number for Deschutes County Court?
The main phone number for Deschutes County Circuit Court is (541) 388-5300. For specific departments: Civil (541) 388-5300 ext. 2, Family Court (541) 388-5300 ext. 3, Small Claims (541) 388-5300 ext. 4.
What is the small claims limit in Deschutes County Oregon?
The small claims limit in Deschutes County and all of Oregon is $10,000. This is higher than many states. Claims over $10,000 must be filed as regular civil cases with higher filing fees and complexity.