Small claims court in Morgan County, Colorado
In Morgan County, small claims cases up to $7,500 are heard by the Morgan County Court. Here is where it is, how to reach it and how to file.
Where to file in Morgan County
Morgan County Court
Address: 400 Warner Street, Fort Morgan, CO 80701 · Map
Court addresses, phones and hours change. Call the clerk before you go, and ask whether small claims are filed at this location.
Is this the right county?
File in the county where a defendant lives, works, has a business office, or is a college student. Security deposit and covenant cases can be filed where the property is.
If the person or business you are suing is in another county, use that county's court instead. See all Colorado counties.
How to file in Morgan County
Ask for payment in writing
Colorado doesn't require a demand letter before you file, but asking for payment first is a good idea. Make a free demand letter.
Fill in the claim (JDF 250)
Notice, Claim and Summons to Appear for Trial Get the form.
File it with the Morgan County Court and pay the fee
$31 for claims up to $500 and $55 for claims from $500.01 to $7,500. A defendant who responds pays $26 or $41, more with a counterclaim. Service by a sheriff or process server costs extra. Fee waiver: Motion to File without Payment (JDF 205) with a blank Order (JDF 206).
Have the papers served
A sheriff, private process server, or any adult who isn't part of the case hands the papers to the defendant. Certified mail is possible only through the clerk and can delay things. File the Affidavit of Service by the trial date.
Go to the hearing
The clerk sets the trial date when you file. The court may send you to mediation first. Bring receipts, photos, messages, the contract and your demand letter, with copies.
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Where is small claims court in Morgan County?
Small claims in Morgan County are filed with the Morgan County Court, 400 Warner Street, Fort Morgan, CO 80701.
How much can I sue for in Morgan County small claims court?
Up to $7,500. You can sue for up to $7,500, not counting interest and costs. Businesses have the same limit. You can't split a bigger claim into several cases. Each person or business can file no more than 2 claims a month and 18 a year in a county's small claims court.
How much does it cost to file in Morgan County?
$31 for claims up to $500 and $55 for claims from $500.01 to $7,500. A defendant who responds pays $26 or $41, more with a counterclaim. Service by a sheriff or process server costs extra. Fee waiver: Motion to File without Payment (JDF 205) with a blank Order (JDF 206).