Denton County - JP1
Denton County, Texas
About This Court
Denton County - JP1 is a Justice of the Peace court in Denton County, Texas, that primarily handles small claims cases involving civil disputes up to $20,000. Common cases brought before this court include unpaid debts, security deposit disputes, property damage claims, breach of contract, and various consumer complaints.
In Texas small claims court, the plaintiff initiates the process by filing a petition outlining the dispute. The defendant is then formally served and required to respond, after which both parties attend a hearing before the Justice of the Peace who reviews the evidence and issues a ruling.
Filing documents with the Denton County - JP1 small claims court can be conveniently completed electronically through authorized e-filing services, streamlining access to the court system.
Small Claims in Denton County
Maximum Claim Amount
Up to $20,000 in Texas
Common Case Types
Unpaid debts, property damage, contract disputes, landlord-tenant issues, security deposits, unpaid wages, and personal injury claims
E-Filing Available
File your case electronically 24/7
Typical Timeline
30-90 days from filing to hearing
How to Get There
1 Courthouse Drive, Suite 1100, Denton, TX 76208
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Court Information
Address
1 Courthouse Drive, Suite 1100, Denton, TX 76208
Phone
(361) 275-3443File Your Claim Today
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