Tucson Small Claims Court: Pima County Justice Court Guide
Navigate Tucson's small claims process with confidence. File in Pima County Justice Courts for disputes up to $5,000. We guide you through locations, forms, and procedures specific to the Tucson area.
Pima County Justice Court Locations
Tucson Consolidated Justice Court
240 N Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
Green Valley Justice Court
601 N La Cañada Dr, Green Valley, AZ 85614
Ajo Justice Court
111 La Mina Ave, Ajo, AZ 85321
Marana Justice Court
11555 W Civic Center Dr, Marana, AZ 85653
Tucson Small Claims Procedures
Filing Requirements
- Complete Form JP-1 (Plaintiff's Statement)
- Maximum claim amount: $5,000
- Filing fee: $35-$75 based on amount
- No attorneys allowed in small claims
- Must have defendant's Tucson/Pima County address
Timeline & Process
- Court hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Service required 10+ days before hearing
- Hearing scheduled 30-45 days after filing
- Spanish interpreters available upon request
- Appeal deadline: 10 days after judgment
Pima County Service Options
Certified Mail
Most common, about $15-20
Sheriff Service
Pima County Sheriff, $26 fee
Constable Service
Justice Court Constable, varies
Private Process Server
Licensed servers, $75-150
Filing by Tucson Area
Central Tucson
- Downtown
- University of Arizona Area
- Midtown
- Sam Hughes
File at: Tucson Consolidated Court
Northwest Tucson
- Oro Valley
- Marana
- Casas Adobes
- Catalina Foothills
File at: Marana Justice Court
South/Southeast
- Green Valley
- Sahuarita
- Vail
- Rita Ranch
File at: Green Valley Justice Court
Common Small Claims Cases in Tucson
Landlord-Tenant Disputes
Security deposits, property damage (non-eviction)
Auto Accidents
Property damage under $5,000
Unpaid Debts
Loans, services, goods sold
Contractor Disputes
Home repairs, pool work, landscaping
Neighbor Disputes
Property damage, fence issues
Consumer Issues
Defective products, warranty claims
Information for University of Arizona Students
Common Student Claims
- • Security deposit disputes with landlords
- • Roommate disagreements over rent/utilities
- • Vehicle damage in campus parking
- • Moving company damages
- • Sublease agreement violations
Resources Available
- • UA Student Legal Services (free consultation)
- • ASUA Legal Aid Office
- • Court self-help center at Stone Ave location
- • Spanish language assistance available
- • Fee waivers for financial hardship
Tucson Legal Resources
Free Legal Help
Southern Arizona Legal Aid
Free civil legal services for qualifying residents
Pima County Bar Referral Service
30-minute consultations for $35
Court Self-Help Center
Free assistance with forms and procedures
Important Contacts
Pima County Clerk
(520) 724-3200
Pima County Sheriff (Service)
(520) 351-4900
Court Interpreter Services
(520) 724-3171
Courthouse Access & Parking
Parking Options
- • Main Avenue Parking Garage (2 blocks away)
- • Street meters (2-hour limit, bring quarters)
- • Centro Garage on Pennington (3 blocks)
- • Free parking at outlying courts
Accessibility
- • All courts are ADA accessible
- • Wheelchair ramps at all entrances
- • Assistive listening devices available
- • Sign language interpreters by request
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Frequently asked questions
Where do I file small claims in Tucson?
File at the Pima County Consolidated Justice Court at 240 N Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701, or at one of the other Pima County Justice Court locations depending on where the defendant lives or works.
What is the small claims limit in Tucson?
The small claims limit in Tucson is $5,000, the same as all Arizona Justice Courts. Court costs and interest can be added on top of this amount.