Arizona Small Claims Courts

In Arizona, per Arizona Revised Statute 22-201, Small Claims Courts decide small claims cases less than $2,500. Every justice court in Arizona has a small claims division and no attorneys are allowed to represent clients in these cases. In cases of landlord/tenant disputes, Justice Courts share jurisdiction with the Superior Court where damages are between $5,000 and $10,000.

• Arizona Courts Locator From the Arizona Judicial Branch. Location information.
• A Guide to the Operations of Small Claims Divisions in Justice of the Peace Courts From the Arizona Judicial Branch. Provides general information about filing and responding to small claims actions.
  • Small Claims Form [PDF]
• Small Claims FAQs From the Maricopa County Justice Courts of Arizona.

Last updated on 12/22/08