Wyoming · Uinta County

Small Claims Court in Uinta CountyA complete filing guide.

In Uinta County, money disputes up to $6,000 go to the small-claims court: simplified procedures built for people without a lawyer.

What follows covers the maximum you can claim in Uinta County, court fees, the right courthouse, serving the defendant, the deadlines that apply, and the filing process itself. Squabble handles the documents and the filing if you want that.

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Local Courts

Where to file in Uinta County

These cases are heard at the single courthouse below. Uinta County confirms the venue from the defendant's address or where the events happened.

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Uinta County

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

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Evanston
Uinta County Courthouse
225 9th St., Evanston, WY, 82930

Locations change. The court publishes its current small-claims address on its own page; Squabble confirms the courthouse for your case when you file.

Small claims filings from Uinta County are handled at Uinta County Courthouse in Evanston. The nearest counties to Uinta County are Lincoln County and Sweetwater County.

Filing

This court takes small-claims filings on paper, in person or by mail. Squabble prepares everything so your packet arrives filing-ready.

Hearings

Hearings in small claims are attended in person at the courthouse.

What you bring

Evidence is copied for the judge and for the opposing side; electronic submission ahead of time is accepted at some courts.

Local detail

Filing in Uinta County

How small claims work in Uinta County

Residents of Uinta County, Wyoming, which has a population of 20,621, can file small claims cases through the Wyoming Small Claims Court at the Uinta County Courthouse in Evanston, located at 225 9th St., 82930. The claim limit in this court is $6,000. The courthouse is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and is closed on Saturday and Sunday. The clerk's office can be reached at (307) 783-0301, and county information is posted at https://www.uintacounty.com/. Electronic filing is not available, so filings are handled at the courthouse itself. The county covers communities including Evanston, Fort Bridger, Lonetree, Lyman, Mountain View, and Robertson, along with ZIP codes such as 82930, 82931, 82933, 82936, 82937, 82939, and 82944. Uinta County lies near Lincoln County, Sweetwater County, and Sublette County, each of which maintains its own courts for matters arising within its boundaries.

The courthouse for Uinta County

Uinta County Courthouse

225 9th St., Evanston, WY 82930
Hours
Monday to Friday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday to SundayClosed
Court siteuintacounty.com

Uinta County at a glance

Population20,621
Court sits inEvanston
Court systemWyoming Small Claims Court
Claim limit$6,000
ZIP codes in county7
Towns and cities6
Electronic filingNot available

Towns and ZIP codes in Uinta County

These 6 places sit inside Uinta County:

Evanston, Fort Bridger, Lonetree, Lyman, Mountain View, Robertson.

ZIP codes:

82930829318293382936829378293982944

In numbers

With about 20,621 residents, Uinta County ranks 11th by population among the 23 counties of Wyoming. From Evanston, Uinta County Courthouse is roughly 21 miles from the Lincoln County courthouse in Kemmerer.

Nearby counties

If the other side lives just over the county line, the case may belong next door:

Sources for Uinta County

The Essentials

Key limits & requirements in Uinta County

$6,000
Maximum claim
No higher than $6,000
$10–$30
Court filing fee
Charged by the court, scaled to the claim
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 Uinta County small claims
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Where you can file

You generally file where the other party lives, not where the dispute happened.

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No claim splitting

Splitting a single claim across multiple filings to dodge the ceiling is not permitted.

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Money judgments only

Judgments take the form of money owed; other kinds of relief are heard elsewhere.

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Lawyers optional

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

05

An adult brings the claim

Minors take part through a guardian appointed by the court.

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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.

Uinta County Courthouse is the courthouse listed for Uinta County. These are the limits for Uinta County, population about 20,621.

What You Can Sue For

Common Uinta County small claims cases

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

Uinta County has about 20,621 residents. Uinta County Courthouse is the Uinta County courthouse listed below.

The Process

How Uinta 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.

Uinta County Courthouse publishes its counter hours; they are listed on this page. Uinta County Courthouse lists (307) 783-0301 as its number.

Service of Process

How to notify the other side

Filing is only half of it. The defendant has to receive formal notice, a step called service of process, and in most cases you cannot hand over the papers yourself. Courts in Wyoming generally rely on the sheriff or constable or email service where the court allows it.

Who can serve

Who may serve depends on the court: law enforcement, a paid process server, the clerk by certified mail, or a disinterested adult. Costs and rules are local.

The deadline

Every court fixes a minimum number of days between service and the hearing. The clerk will tell you what it is for your case. Defendant must be served within 9-day window (3-12 days prior to hearing).

Proof of service

The person who delivered the papers signs a proof of service. That document goes to the court ahead of 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.

Lincoln County and Sweetwater County are the counties nearest to Uinta County. An Uinta County address carries one of its 7 ZIP codes, 82930, 82931 and 82933 among them.

Deadlines

Wyoming statute of limitations

Every claim carries a filing window that opens when the dispute happens. Once it closes, the court can turn the case away.

Type of claimFiling deadline
Written contract10 years
Oral contract8 years
Property damage4 years
Personal injury4 years
Time is counted from when the contract was broken, the property harmed or the injury caused. Particular claims can carry different periods, so confirm yours.
Wyo. Stat. sec. 1-3-105(a)(i) (written contract: 10 years)

They do not change from one Uinta County ZIP code to another, 82930 included. The same periods apply in Uinta County as in nearby Lincoln County and Sweetwater 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).

Want to estimate what interest adds to your claim? Use the Squabble interest calculator to see the running total before you file.

The rate above is the one for Uinta County, population about 20,621. It is the same rate across all 7 Uinta County ZIP codes.

Step by Step

How to file a small claims case in Uinta 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

Get the defendant's legal name right, set out the events, and break down how the figure is reached.

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File and pay the fee

File with the Uinta County small-claims court 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

Arrange service once your hearing date is set and file the proof of service with the court.

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Prepare your evidence

Arrange your evidence and number the exhibits so nothing has to be searched for on the day.

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Attend the hearing

Come to the hearing in person or remotely where permitted, present the facts, and get the ruling.

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Forms you'll see

Three documents recur: the claim form that begins it, the proof of service confirming delivery, and a fee waiver if eligible. Names vary locally; Squabble selects the correct versions.

Uinta County takes in filings from 7 ZIP codes, 82930 first in the list. Uinta County has a population of about 20,621.

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.

Hearings in Uinta County cases are listed at Uinta County Courthouse in Evanston. Evanston, Fort Bridger and Lonetree are among the Uinta 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.

Bank levy

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

Property lien

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

There is also an examination procedure: the debtor is ordered to attend and give sworn answers about earnings and assets. Interest normally accrues at the statutory rate until payment.

Evanston, Fort Bridger and Lonetree are among the Uinta County places a judgment debtor may live in. Lincoln County and Sweetwater County are the counties nearest to Uinta County.

FAQ

Uinta County small claims, answered

How much can you sue for in Uinta County small claims?+
Generally up to $6,000 in Uinta County. Some states set a lower limit for businesses, so confirm your figure with the court.
How much is the court fee?+
Filing fees are set by the court and generally scale with your claim amount ($10–$30 here). The court waives the fee for people who meet its criteria.
Where do you file in Uinta County?+
At Uinta County Courthouse. At filing, the court settles the location from the defendant's address or the place the dispute arose.
Do people represent themselves?+
A lawyer is not required. These procedures assume self-representation, and most people appear without one. 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).
When is the hearing set?+
Most cases reach a hearing in about 30-60 days from filing, though this moves with each court's caseload. Decisions come at the hearing or in writing later.
How late can a claim be filed?+
The period varies with the claim: 10 years for a written contract, 8 years for an oral contract, 4 years for property damage, and 4 years for personal injury. Some claim types run differently, and the court can refuse a claim filed late.
Can you file online in Uinta County?+
Filing in Uinta 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 Uinta County?+
Uinta County Courthouse is at 225 9th St., Evanston, WY 82930. Public hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Saturday to Sunday Closed. The clerk can be reached on (307) 783-0301.
Which towns does Uinta County cover?+
Uinta County covers 6 towns and cities across 7 ZIP codes, including Evanston, Fort Bridger, Lonetree, Lyman, Mountain View, Robertson. A dispute with an address in any of them is generally handled by this county.

Official sources

Last checked in August 2026. Court fees, limits and procedures move; verify them with the court first.

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