Short answer. In Nevada, small claims (Small Claims (Justice Court)) cover claims up to $10,000. Where to file: Generally the justice court that serves the area where the dispute occurred (Nevada AOC page). The fee to start a case is $55 to $145, depending on the claim.
Can I file my claim in Nevada small claims?
Enter an amount to compare it with the Nevada limit of $10,000.
Nevada small claims at a glance
- Limit
- $10,000. Nevada Judicial Branch self-help page: small claims cases are for disputes of $10,000 or less; cases over $10,000 cannot be filed. (A separate AOC page phrases it as 'less than $10,000'.) Small claims also exist in some district courts per the AOC page.
- Court
- Small Claims (Justice Court)
- Who can file
- Individuals, or sometimes businesses. Covers money owed, property damage, breach of contract, security deposit disputes and return of personal property; excludes evictions, divorce/custody, name changes and probate.
- Lawyers
- Allowed
- Where to file
- Generally the justice court that serves the area where the dispute occurred (Nevada AOC page).
- Serving the other side
- Have someone over 18 deliver the papers to the defendant (self-help page).
- Appeal
- In most cases small claims judgments are final; limited appeal to district court is possible, e.g., for procedural errors (Nevada AOC page).
Nevada filing fees
| Fee | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| claims up to $2,500 | $55 | |
| claims $2,501 to $5,000 | $95 | |
| claims $5,001 to $10,000 | $145 |
Fees from the Nevada Judicial Branch self-help page; fee varies by claim amount and fee waivers are available. Confirm with the local justice court, as service and other costs are extra.
Not confirmed for Nevada: online filing. The official Nevada page we checked didn't state this, so we left it out. Ask the clerk or see the official page.
Filing a small claim in Nevada, step by step
- Check that your claim fitsUse the checker above: the Nevada limit is $10,000, and the official wording is in the summary. Count only what you can show with papers or photos.
- Pick the right courtGenerally the justice court that serves the area where the dispute occurred (Nevada AOC page).
- Fill out the claim and pay the feeThe filing fee in Nevada is $55 to $145, depending on the claim. Fees from the Nevada Judicial Branch self-help page; fee varies by claim amount and fee waivers are available. Confirm with the local justice court, as service and other costs are extra.
- Have the other side servedHave someone over 18 deliver the papers to the defendant (self-help page).
- Get ready for the hearingLawyers: allowed. Bring the contract, receipts, photos, messages and a short timeline, with copies for the judge and the other side.
- After the decisionIn most cases small claims judgments are final; limited appeal to district court is possible, e.g., for procedural errors (Nevada AOC page).
Official Nevada links
Last checked November 2026.
General information checked against the official Nevada pages above, not legal advice. MCC Solutions isn't a law firm and isn't affiliated with any court. Rules and fees change: the official page and the clerk have the final word. The checker runs in your browser, and nothing you enter is sent or saved.
Nevada small claims questions
What is the small claims limit in Nevada?
$10,000. Nevada Judicial Branch self-help page: small claims cases are for disputes of $10,000 or less; cases over $10,000 cannot be filed. (A separate AOC page phrases it as 'less than $10,000'.) Small claims also exist in some district courts per the AOC page.
How much does it cost to file a small claim in Nevada?
claims up to $2,500: $55; claims $2,501 to $5,000: $95; claims $5,001 to $10,000: $145. Fees from the Nevada Judicial Branch self-help page; fee varies by claim amount and fee waivers are available. Confirm with the local justice court, as service and other costs are extra.
Can a lawyer represent me in Nevada small claims?
Allowed in Nevada, per the official page. Individuals, or sometimes businesses. Covers money owed, property damage, breach of contract, security deposit disputes and return of personal property; excludes evictions, divorce/custody, name changes and probate.
Where do I file a small claim in Nevada?
Generally the justice court that serves the area where the dispute occurred (Nevada AOC page).
Can I appeal a small claims decision in Nevada?
In most cases small claims judgments are final; limited appeal to district court is possible, e.g., for procedural errors (Nevada AOC page).
How is the other side served in a Nevada small claims case?
Have someone over 18 deliver the papers to the defendant (self-help page).
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