Collin County Small Claims Court (Justice Courts, TX): How to File
Collin County small claims: the court, limit, fees, where to file and case lookup. Checked 2026-10-27.
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Quick answer: In Collin County, small claims up to $20,000 are heard by the Justice Courts, Precincts 1 to 4, in McKinney, Lavon, Plano and Frisco. All Justice of the Peace offices accept civil filings electronically. Use the county's JP Precinct Map to find your court.
This independent guide covers small claims cases in Collin County, Texas, including McKinney, Plano, Frisco and Lavon. Small Claims Coach is not the court; we link to the court's official pages throughout.
Checked on 2026-10-27 against the Collin County Justice of the Peace pages. Sources are listed below. Jump to court addresses and phones ↓ For the statewide rules, see our Texas small claims guide.
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Collin County small claims court: the Justice Courts
- Courts: Justice Courts, Precincts 1 to 4.
- Limit: "no more than $20,000, excluding statutory interest and court costs but including attorney fees, if any."
Which justice court precinct do I file in?
- Find the precinct with the county's JP Precinct Map. Call that court to confirm before you file.
- Statewide venue rules are in our Texas guide.
Addresses, phone numbers and hours
From the county's Civil Suits page.
Justice Court, Precinct 1
Address: 2300 Bloomdale Rd., McKinney, TX 75071
Phone: (972) 548-4125
Hours: Call your JP court.
Justice Court, Precinct 2
Address: 1025 S. State Highway 78, Lavon, TX 75166
Phone: (972) 547-1880
Hours: Call your JP court.
Justice Court, Precinct 3
Address: 920 E. Park Blvd., Plano, TX 75074
Phone: (972) 881-3051
Hours: Call your JP court.
Justice Court, Precinct 4
Address: 8585 John Wesley Dr., Frisco, TX 75034
Phone: (972) 731-7300
Hours: Call your JP court.
How much does small claims cost in Collin County?
The county's small claims guide says only that you will pay a filing fee and that the service fee varies. The Constable Fees page lists "Service of Process - Citation $ 75".
- Call your JP court for the filing fee; the numbers are in the address list on this page.
- Fees can change; confirm with your JP court before you file.
Can I e-file in Collin County?
Yes. "All Justice of the Peace offices now accept civil filings electronically."
Collin County small claims forms
Call your JP court (numbers in the address list on this page) and ask which petition form it accepts. See the county's Civil Suits page.
How to file in Collin County, step by step
- Make sure your claim is $20,000 or less.
- Find the precinct with the JP Precinct Map.
- File your petition (electronically or at the court) and pay the filing fee.
- Arrange service; the constable lists $75 for a citation.
- Go to your hearing with your evidence.
- If you lose, you can appeal within 21 days. Bond rules are in our Texas guide.
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How to look up a Collin County small claims case
- Use the county's Judicial Online Search. If you can't find your case, call your JP court.
What does it cost to collect a judgment?
Winning doesn't mean you get paid automatically. Collection fees weren't on the pages we checked; ask your JP court.
Fee waivers and venue changes
- Can't afford the fees? Ask the clerk what options the court offers.
- Free help: Collin County Law Library, 2100 Bloomdale Rd., Suite 10216, McKinney.
Coach's Tips for Collin County
- Check the map first. Collin's four JP courts are spread from Frisco to Lavon; use the defendant's address on the precinct map.
Collin County small claims checklist
- My claim is $20,000 or less.
- I found the precinct on the JP Precinct Map.
- I asked the court for the filing fee.
- I budgeted for service.
- My evidence is organized.
Collin County small claims FAQ
What is the small claims limit in Collin County?
$20,000, excluding statutory interest and court costs but including attorney fees, if any.
How much does a constable charge to serve small claims papers in Collin County?
The Constable Fees page lists $75 for service of a citation. Call your JP court for the filing fee; the numbers are in the address list on this page.
Which court handles small claims in Collin County, Texas?
Small claims in Collin County are filed in the Justice Courts, Precincts 1 through 4, in McKinney, Lavon, Plano and Frisco.
How do I know which Collin County justice court to use?
Use the county's JP Precinct Map with the relevant address, then call that precinct's court (phone numbers are in the address list on this page) to confirm.
What do I file to start a small claims case in Collin County?
You file a petition with the justice court. All Justice of the Peace offices accept civil filings electronically.
What is a citation in a Collin County small claims case?
The citation is the notice from the court that is served on the defendant along with the petition.
Is a small claims case the same as a debt claim case in Collin County?
No. Justice Courts handle four types of civil suits: Debt Claim, Eviction, Repair and Remedy and Small Claims.
Sources
Checked 2026-10-27.
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