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Small Claims Court in Cache CountyA complete filing guide.

The small-claims court in Cache County handles money disputes up to $20,000, with simplified procedures built for people without a lawyer.

Below is what you need for a small claims case in Cache County: the limit, filing fees, which courthouse to use, how to serve the other side, your deadlines, and how to file. When you're ready, Squabble prepares everything and files it for you.

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Local Courts

Where to file in Cache County

Small claims are split between several hub courthouses across Cache County. The court assigns a case by ZIP code, following the defendant or the events.

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Cache County

Tap a courthouse to see its details in the list below.

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Logan
Logan Justice Court
446 N 100 W, Logan, UT, 84321
(435) 716-9540
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Providence
Providence Justice Court
164 N Gateway Dr., Providence, UT, 84332

Check the filing location first. The court's small-claims page lists where papers are taken today, and Squabble confirms it for your case as part of filing.

Cache County covers 19 ZIP codes, including the Cache Junction, Clarkston and Cornish areas. Cache County has 2 courthouses listed above; Logan Justice Court is one of them.

Filing

This court works from paper filings, delivered in person or posted in. Squabble builds the packet so nothing is missing.

Remote hearings

Remote appearance is available for some small claims hearings, depending on the court and the kind of case.

Your evidence

Bring copies of your evidence for the judge and the other side; some courts also accept electronic submission ahead of the hearing.

In this county

Filing in Cache County

How small claims work in Cache County

In Cache County, Utah, small claims cases are handled through the Justice Court system, which hears claims up to $20,000. The county has a population of 145,487 and includes communities such as Logan, Hyrum, Smithfield, Providence, Richmond, Wellsville, Mendon, and Lewiston, covering ZIP codes including 84321, 84332, 84335, and 84341. Two justice courts serve the area. The Logan Justice Court sits at 446 N 100 W in Logan, 84321, and can be reached at (435) 716-9540, with information available at https://www.loganutah.gov/. The Providence Justice Court is located at 164 N Gateway Dr. in Providence, 84332, with a phone number of (435) 752-9441 and a website at http://providencecity.com/. Both courts are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and are closed Saturday and Sunday. Electronic filing is not available in these courts. Cache County lies near Rich County, Weber County, and Morgan County.

Where Cache County hears these cases

More than one location takes small claims here. The court matches a case to a location by address.

Logan Justice Court

446 N 100 W, Logan, UT 84321
Hours
Monday to Friday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday to SundayClosed
Court siteloganutah.gov

Providence Justice Court

164 N Gateway Dr., Providence, UT 84332
Hours
Monday to Friday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday to SundayClosed

Cache County at a glance

Population145,487
Court sits inLogan
Court systemJustice Court
Claim limit$20,000
ZIP codes in county19
Towns and cities16
Electronic filingNot available

Towns and ZIP codes in Cache County

A case filed here usually comes from one of these 16 communities:

Cache Junction, Clarkston, Cornish, Hyde Park, Hyrum, Lewiston, Logan, Mendon, Millville, Newton, Paradise, Providence, Richmond, Smithfield, Trenton, Wellsville.

ZIP codes:

84304843058430884318843198432084321843228432384325843268432784328843328433384335843388433984341

Where it sits

Of Utah's 29 counties, Cache County is 6th by population at roughly 145,487 people. Logan Justice Court in Logan lies around 18 miles from the Weber County courthouse in Ogden and 25 miles from the Morgan County courthouse in Morgan.

Nearby counties

Counties nearest to this one:

Sources for Cache County

The Essentials

Key limits & requirements in Cache County

$20,000
Maximum claim
The ceiling is $20,000
$60–$185
Court filing fee
Fixed by the court on a claim-size scale
Paper
E-filing
By post or at the counter
Permitted
Lawyer at hearing
Allowed, not required
Jurisdiction

What the court can and can't do

Small claims handles money owed between ordinary people and businesses. Procedure is kept light, and claims are capped.

Maximum claim

$20,000Maximum claimThe most you can sue for in Cache County small claims
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Where you can file

Filing is generally possible in the county of the events or the county of the defendant.

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No claim splitting

You can't divide one dispute into several smaller cases to get around the limit.

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Money judgments only

A small-claims judge generally orders one side to pay money; other kinds of orders belong in higher courts.

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Lawyers optional

Utah allows attorneys at the hearing, but none is required. The procedures are designed for self-representation.

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Age 18 is the threshold

Under-18s are represented by a guardian the court appoints.

Over the limit? Either bring the figure down to the maximum and remain in small claims, or file the whole amount in the regular civil court. The amount given up is usually gone for good.

Utah R. Small Claims P. 13 (Representation)Utah Code sec. 78A-8-102 (small claims jurisdiction)

Cache County has 2 courthouses listed on this page. They are the same across all 19 Cache County ZIP codes, from 84304 onward.

What You Can Sue For

Common Cache County small claims cases

Debts up to $20,000 belong in this court. These are the arguments people bring most frequently.

Cache County has about 145,487 residents. Cache County takes in Cache Junction, Clarkston and Cornish and the rest of the county.

The Process

How Cache County's small claims division works

It's built to be navigable without a lawyer. Here's the shape of a case from start to finish.

Step 01

File your claim

Complete the claim form, choose the right court, and pay the filing fee.

Step 02

Serve & respond

The other side is formally served and has the chance to respond, or to settle before the hearing.

Step 03

Hearing & decision

A short hearing, held in the courtroom or remotely where that is offered. A decision follows on the day or shortly afterwards.

Logan Justice Court lists (435) 716-9540 as its number. Logan Justice Court publishes its counter hours; they are listed on this page.

Service of Process

How to notify the other side

After you file, the other party must be formally notified. This is called service of process. You generally cannot serve the papers yourself.

Who is allowed to serve

Courts accept service by a sheriff or constable, a professional server, the clerk via certified mail, or an adult who is not party to the case. Permitted methods and charges change by county.

The cut-off

How long before the hearing notice must be given is set by the court. That deadline arrives with your hearing date.

Proof of service

After delivery, the server fills out a proof of service, and that goes on the court file before the hearing.

Service is where many self-filed cases stall. Squabble can coordinate professional Service of Process so it's done correctly and on time.

Rich County and Weber County are the counties nearest to Cache County. Addresses in Cache County include places such as Cache Junction, Clarkston and Cornish.

Deadlines

Utah statute of limitations

You have a limited window to file, measured from when the dispute arose. File after it closes and your claim can be barred.

What the claim is aboutFiling deadline
Written contract6 years
Oral contract4 years
Property damage3 years
Personal injury4 years
Counting starts from the breach, the damage or the injury itself. Some claim types sit outside these figures, so verify before filing.
Utah Code sec. 78B-2-309(1)(b) (six years: written contract)

Cache County, population about 145,487, is covered by the table above. They do not change from one Cache County ZIP code to another, 84304 included.

Interest

Interest on what you're owed

Money owed under a contract in Utah generally accrues interest at 10% per year before judgment (Utah Code §15-1-1).

To see what interest has added so far, the Squabble interest calculator works out the running total.

The rate above is the one for Cache County, population about 145,487. It is the same rate across all 19 Cache County ZIP codes.

Step by Step

How to file a small claims case in Cache County

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Confirm your claim qualifies

Make sure the claim is under the maximum and that the limitation period has not expired.

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Prepare the claim form

Use the other side's correct legal name, describe the dispute, and show how the money adds up.

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File and pay the fee

File at the Cache County hub courthouse for your dispute's ZIP code, or on paper, by mail or at the counter, and pay the $60–$185 fee (or request a waiver if you qualify).

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Serve the defendant

Once the court fixes a date, have the papers served and return the proof of service to the file.

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Prepare your evidence

Sort the documents and exhibits in advance so they can be handed up in order.

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Attend the hearing

Turn up on the day, in person or remotely where offered, present what happened, and take the decision.

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Forms you'll see

You will meet a claim form, a proof of service, and possibly a fee waiver. What each is called depends on the court, and Squabble matches them to your courthouse.

Cache County takes in filings from 19 ZIP codes, 84304 first in the list. A Cache County filing goes to one of 2 courthouses, Logan Justice Court among them.

The Hearing

What to expect at your hearing

Small claims hearings are short and informal, and the judge asks questions directly. Most people present their own case.

Cache County hearings are held at one of its 2 listed courthouses, depending on where the case is filed. Cache County has about 145,487 residents.

After a Judgment

Collecting after a judgment

A judgment says what is owed. Getting hold of the money is the next stage, and the enforcement options open to you depend on the state.

Taking it from wages

Some states permit part of the debtor's wages to be diverted to the judgment until it is cleared.

Account levy

Funds can be collected directly from the debtor's bank account through a court-ordered levy.

Lien on property

Lodging the judgment with the county can create a lien over property the debtor owns.

The court can additionally require the debtor to appear and answer under oath about what they earn and own. An unsatisfied judgment usually carries statutory interest until it is paid.

Rich County and Weber County are the counties nearest to Cache County. A Cache County judgment comes from one of its 2 listed courthouses.

FAQ

Cache County small claims, answered

How much can you sue for in Cache County small claims?+
Generally up to $20,000 in Cache County. Some states set a lower limit for businesses, so confirm your figure with the court.
What does it cost to start a case?+
Fees come from the court and follow the size of the claim, $60–$185 here. A waiver of the fee exists for those who qualify.
Where do you file in Cache County?+
At a hub courthouse such as Logan Justice Court, Providence Justice Court. Which one takes the case follows the defendant's address or the place the dispute arose, and the court reads it from your ZIP code.
Are attorneys permitted at the hearing?+
No lawyer is required. Small claims procedures are designed for self-representation, and most people appear without one. Utah does allow attorneys at the hearing (Utah R. Small Claims P. 13 (Representation)).
How quickly does a case move?+
Scheduling differs between courts. A hearing usually lands roughly 30-60 days from the filing date, with the ruling given on the day or issued afterwards. The clerk has current dates.
What is the filing deadline?+
It turns on the kind of claim: 6 years for a written contract, 4 years for an oral contract, 3 years for property damage, and 4 years for personal injury. Other claim types may differ, and a late filing can end the case.
Can you file online in Cache County?+
Filing in Cache County is done on paper, in person or by mail. Squabble prepares and files the paperwork for you either way.
Where is the courthouse in Cache County?+
Logan Justice Court is at 446 N 100 W, Logan, UT 84321. Public hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Saturday to Sunday Closed. The clerk can be reached on (435) 716-9540. 2 locations in the county take small claims.
Which towns does Cache County cover?+
Cache County covers 16 towns and cities across 19 ZIP codes, including Cache Junction, Clarkston, Cornish, Hyde Park, Hyrum, Lewiston, Logan, Mendon. A dispute with an address in any of them is generally handled by this county.

Official sources

Checked August 2026. Because courts revise fees, limits and procedures, confirm the current position before filing.

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