Small Claims actions are heard in 4 courthouses throughout Jim Hogg County. 
Jim Hogg County Court Clerk
The clerk at the courthouse can be an excellent resource for your case. The clerk is an excellent resource for the procedure for small claims court cases in Texas but also any procedures specific to that County or courthouse. It is recommended that you contact the clerk’s office to ensure the courthouse is open during the hours you want to visit. Also, while the clerk can answer questions about procedures, the clerk cannot give legal advice.
Can I file my small claims case in Jim Hogg County?
In order to follow correct procedure, a small claims case needs to be filed in the proper county and precinct. In Texas, the action is filed in the County and Precinct where the defendants reside or where a contract was to be performed. (Government Code Section 28.011).
What can I expect at trial?
Unlike regular civil trials, small claims court rules do not follow the Rules of Evidence. There are no rules of evidence. Furthermore, the judge is allowed and often ask questions of witnesses and parties to help understand the facts of a case. It will likely be pretty quick. If a jury trial is required, the trial could last a few hours.
Are Appeals Allowed?
Yes, but only if the amount in controversy is in excess of $250.
Types of Small Claims Cases
A variety of cases are handled in small claims court. Cases include damages from an automobile accident, a security deposit from a landlord, or breach of a contract. However, small claims court cannot handle assignments of claims (where one person transfers their interest in an action to another), a divorce proceedings, and cases filed by collection agencies or agents.
Do I need to hire an Attorney?
In Texas, small claims parties generally represent themselves without an attorney. This is because cases involving $10,000 or less usually do not justify the cost of an attorney. You are not required to have an attorney, but you are allowed one. (Government Code 28.003).
Limit (or Jurisdiction) of Small Claims Court
A plaintiff cannot demand more than $10,000 in their action. (Texas Government Code 28.093). Additionally, a small claims court plaintiff can only ask the court for monetary relief. You are unable to seek injunctive or equitable relief. For example, you could sue a dry cleaner for ruining your clothes and ask for money to replace the clothes, but you cannot ask the judge for an order for the dry cleaner to repair your clothes. This would be called injunctive relief.
Who is the judge in a Small Claims Court case?
A Justice of the Peace for Jim Hogg County hears small claims court cases for Jim Hogg County.
Jim Hogg County Court Locations
Precinct 1 Place 1 Courthouse in the City of Hebbronville
This courthouse is located at:
201 N Oak, Ste 1 Hebbronville, TX 78361This courthouse handles cases for Precinct 1 Place 1. The court’s website can be found here. The phone number for the court is (361)527-5830. And you can email the court by clicking here.
Precinct 2 Place 1 Courthouse in the City of Hebbronville
This courthouse is located at:
201 N Oak, Ste 1 Hebbronville, TX 78361This courthouse handles cases for Precinct 2 Place 1. The court’s website can be found here. The phone number for the court is (361)527-5830.
Precinct 3 Place 1 Courthouse in the City of Hebbronville
This courthouse is located at:
201 N Oak, Ste 1 Hebbronville, TX 78361This courthouse handles cases for Precinct 3 Place 1. The court’s website can be found here. The phone number for the court is (361)527-5830. And you can email the court by clicking here.
Precinct 4 Place 1 Courthouse in the City of Hebbronville
This courthouse is located at:
201 N Oak, Ste 1 Hebbronville, TX 78361This courthouse handles cases for Precinct 4 Place 1. The court’s website can be found here. The phone number for the court is (361)527-5830. And you can email the court by clicking here.