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Small Claims Court in Teton CountyA complete filing guide.

The small-claims court in Teton County handles money disputes up to $6,000, with simplified procedures built for people without a lawyer.

Here you will find the claim limit that applies in Teton County, what filing costs, where the case is heard, how the defendant is served, the deadlines, and the order of steps. Squabble can take the preparation and filing off your hands.

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Local Courts

Where to file in Teton County

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

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Teton County

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

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Jackson
Circuit Court of the 9th Judicial District, Teton County
200 S Willow Street, Jackson, WY, 83001
(307) 732-8200
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Jackson
Circuit Court of the 9th Judicial District
180 S King St., Jackson, WY, 83001

Confirm the courthouse before you file. The court's own small-claims page carries its current filing location and hours, and Squabble confirms the courthouse for your case when you file.

The nearest counties to Teton County are Park County and Sublette County. 2 courthouses serve Teton County, Circuit Court of the 9th Judicial District, Teton County among them.

Filing

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

Hearings

Small claims are heard at the courthouse, in person.

Evidence

Copies of the evidence go to the judge and to the other party, and some courts allow it to be sent in electronically beforehand.

On the ground

Filing in Teton County

Small claims in Teton County

Residents of Teton County, Wyoming, can file small claims cases through the Wyoming Small Claims Court, which handles claims up to $6,000. The Circuit Court of the 9th Judicial District, Teton County, sits at 200 S Willow Street in Jackson, 83001, and is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and closed Saturday and Sunday. The court can be reached at 307-732-8200. A second location, the Circuit Court of the 9th Judicial District, is at 180 S King St. in Jackson, 83001, with a listed phone number of (307) 733-2533. The county has a population of 23,272 and includes the communities of Alta, Jackson, Kelly, Moose, Moran, Teton Village, and Wilson, covering ZIP codes such as 83001, 83011, 83012, 83014, 83025, and 83414. Teton County lies near Park County, Sublette County, and Lincoln County. Electronic filing is not available, so filings are handled in person at the courthouse. Further information is posted at https://www.courts.state.wy.us/court/circuit-court-of-the-9th-judicial-district-teton-county-state-of-wyoming-jackson/.

Courthouses serving Teton County

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

Circuit Court of the 9th Judicial District, Teton County

200 S Willow Street, Jackson, WY 83001
Hours
Monday to Friday9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday to SundayClosed

Circuit Court of the 9th Judicial District

180 S King St., Jackson, WY 83001

Teton County at a glance

Population23,272
Court sits inJackson
Court systemWyoming Small Claims Court
Claim limit$6,000
ZIP codes in county8
Towns and cities7
Electronic filingNot available

Towns and ZIP codes in Teton County

These 7 places sit inside Teton County:

Alta, Jackson, Kelly, Moose, Moran, Teton Village, Wilson.

ZIP codes:

8300183002830118301283013830148302583414

Where it sits

Teton County is the 9th most populous of Wyoming's 23 counties, with about 23,272 residents. Circuit Court of the 9th Judicial District, Teton County in Jackson lies around 55 miles from the Park County courthouse in Cody and 58 miles from the Lincoln County courthouse in Kemmerer.

Nearby counties

Neighbouring counties and the courts that serve them:

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The Essentials

Key limits & requirements in Teton County

$6,000
Maximum claim
Up to $6,000 per claim
$10–$30
Court filing fee
Set by the court, by claim size
Paper
E-filing
Paper or in-person filing
Permitted
Lawyer at hearing
Allowed, not required
Jurisdiction

What the court can and can't do

This is the part of the court built for ordinary money arguments. The procedure is stripped back, and there is a ceiling on the amount at stake.

Maximum claim

$6,000Maximum claimThe most you can sue for in Teton County small claims
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Where you can file

This state ties venue to the defendant's residence rather than to the events.

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No claim splitting

A single argument stays a single case; it cannot be carved up to fit the limit.

03

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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You may bring a lawyer, or not

Wyoming permits lawyers at the hearing without requiring them. Everything is built around people presenting their own case.

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You must be 18 or older

Where a party is under 18, the court appoints a guardian to act.

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Sworn paperwork

This state requires notarized filing documents. Squabble prepares them notarization-ready.

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Evidence goes in early

This state expects your supporting evidence to be submitted with the filing, not just brought to the hearing.

Over the limit? You can lower your claim to fit and stay in small claims, or file the full amount in regular civil court. Lowering usually means giving up the excess, so weigh it carefully.

These are the limits for Teton County, population about 23,272. They are the same across all 8 Teton County ZIP codes, from 83001 onward.

What You Can Sue For

Common Teton County small claims cases

Small claims exists for money owed, up to $6,000. The categories below come up more than any others.

Teton County takes in Alta, Jackson and Kelly and the rest of the county. Teton County has about 23,272 residents.

The Process

How Teton 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

Prepare the claim form, work out which court covers it, and pay the court's charge.

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

The hearing is informal and quick, sometimes by video, and the judge decides on the spot or sends the outcome later.

Circuit Court of the 9th Judicial District, Teton County publishes its counter hours; they are listed on this page. This is the route a Teton County case takes, whether it starts in 83001 or anywhere else among the county ZIP codes.

Service of Process

How to notify the other side

A filed case still has to reach the defendant. Formal notice, known as service of process, does that, and delivering it personally is generally not allowed. In Wyoming, courts typically use the sheriff or constable or email service where the court allows it.

Who can serve

Depending on the court: the sheriff or constable, a professional process server, the clerk by certified mail, or another adult who isn't part of the case. Methods and costs vary by county.

When it must be done

How long before the hearing notice must be given is set by the court. That deadline arrives with your hearing date. Defendant must be served within 9-day window (3-12 days prior to hearing).

The proof that goes on file

Whoever serves the papers completes a proof of service, which is filed with the court 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.

A Teton County address carries one of its 8 ZIP codes, 83001, 83002 and 83011 among them. Addresses in Teton County include places such as Alta, Jackson and Kelly.

Deadlines

Wyoming 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 aboutTime limit to file
Written contract10 years
Oral contract8 years
Property damage4 years
Personal injury4 years
Each period begins at the breach, damage or injury. Certain categories of claim differ, and the court can confirm which applies.
Wyo. Stat. sec. 1-3-105(a)(i) (written contract: 10 years)

Teton County, population about 23,272, is covered by the table above. The same periods apply in Teton County as in nearby Park County and Sublette County, which are in the same state.

Interest

Interest on what you're owed

Money owed under a contract in Wyoming generally accrues interest at 7% per year before judgment (Wyo. Stat. §40-14-106).

A running total including interest can be worked out with the Squabble interest calculator.

Teton County is under the same state rate as nearby Park County and Sublette County. It is the same rate across all 8 Teton County ZIP codes.

Step by Step

How to file a small claims case in Teton County

01

Confirm your claim qualifies

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

02

Prepare the claim form

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

03

File and pay the fee

File at the Teton County hub courthouse for your dispute's ZIP code, or on paper, by mail or at the counter, and pay the $10–$30 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

Gather the paperwork and label your exhibits so each point can be shown quickly.

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Attend the hearing

Attend the hearing, in person or by video if that is offered, make your case, and receive the outcome.

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Forms you'll see

A claim form opens the case, a proof of service records that notice was given, and a fee waiver applies where you qualify. Titles differ between courts, and Squabble uses the ones your courthouse expects.

Teton County takes in filings from 8 ZIP codes, 83001 first in the list. Alta, Jackson and Kelly are among the places in Teton County that filings come from.

The Hearing

What to expect at your hearing

The hearing is brief and informal. The judge asks the questions, and most people speak for themselves.

Teton County hearings are held at one of its 2 listed courthouses, depending on where the case is filed. Alta, Jackson and Kelly are among the Teton County places a hearing can draw parties from.

After a Judgment

Collecting after a judgment

A judgment is the court's decision. Collecting it is a separate step, with court-backed tools if the other side doesn't pay. Which tools are available depends on state law.

Earnings withholding

Part of the debtor's earnings may be redirected toward the judgment where state law provides for it.

Taking it from a bank account

With a bank levy, the court reaches funds held in the debtor's account directly.

Securing it against 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.

A Teton County judgment comes from one of its 2 listed courthouses. Park County and Sublette County are the counties nearest to Teton County.

FAQ

Teton County small claims, answered

How much can you sue for in Teton County small claims?+
Generally up to $6,000 in Teton County. Some states set a lower limit for businesses, so confirm your figure with the court.
What does it cost to start a case?+
The court sets the filing fee, and it rises with the amount claimed ($10–$30 in this county). A fee waiver may be available if you qualify.
Where do you file in Teton County?+
At a hub courthouse such as Circuit Court of the 9th Judicial District, Teton County, Circuit Court of the 9th Judicial District. The correct one depends on where the defendant lives or where the dispute happened, and the court matches your ZIP code to a courthouse.
Are attorneys permitted at the hearing?+
It is allowed, but not required. Small claims is designed for people representing themselves, and that is how most parties appear. Wyoming does allow attorneys at the hearing (Wyo. Stat. 1-21-201 (small claims procedure in circuit court; $6,000 limit) - https://wyoleg.gov/statutes/compress/title01.pdf).
How quickly does a case move?+
Expect roughly 30-60 days between filing and the hearing, subject to how busy the court is. The judge decides then or sends the outcome on.
What is the filing deadline?+
It turns on the kind of claim: 10 years for a written contract, 8 years for an oral contract, 4 years for property damage, and 4 years for personal injury. Specific claim types can differ; filing after the deadline can bar your claim.
Can you file online in Teton County?+
Filing in Teton 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 Teton County?+
Circuit Court of the 9th Judicial District, Teton County is at 200 S Willow Street, Jackson, WY 83001. Public hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Saturday to Sunday Closed. The clerk can be reached on (307) 733-7713. 2 locations in the county take small claims.
Which towns does Teton County cover?+
Teton County covers 7 towns and cities across 8 ZIP codes, including Alta, Jackson, Kelly, Moose, Moran, Teton Village, Wilson. 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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