Judges for Small Claims Court Cases in Lampasas County
Small claims cases in Lampasas County are heard in front of the justice of the peace for Lampasas County.
Can I file my small claims case in Lampasas County?
The action is generally filed in the County and Precinct where the defendants reside (where they live) or where location where the Defendants contracted themselves to perform. (Texas Government Code Section 28.011).
Can I hire an attorney?
Small claims court litigants in Texas normally represent themselves without an attorney. This is because cases involving $10,000 or less usually do not justify the cost of an attorney. Nevertheless, you are allowed to retain one if you desire. (Texas Government Code Section 28.003).
Are Appeals Allowed?
A party can appeal a ruling if the amount of the judge’s award is in excess of $250.00.
Types of Small Claims Cases
Small claims courts handle a wide variety of cases. 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.
Lampasas County Court Clerk
The clerk is often the first person small claims court litigants interact with in their 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. Small Claims Court cases for Lampasas are heard in 3 LOCATIONS throughout Lampasas County. 
Limit (or Jurisdiction) of Small Claims Court
You cannot demand or ask for more than $10,000 in a small claims court case. (Government Code 28.093). Another restriction of small claims court is that a plaintiff can only seek monetary relief (an award of money). The court has no authority to issue an injunctive or equitable award. 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.
What is the trial like?
Small claims court trials are very informal compared to a regular civil trial. This allows the trials to be conducted in a much more informal fashion. 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.
Lampasas County Court Locations
Precinct 1 Place 1 Courthouse in the City of Lampasas
This courthouse is located at:
501 E 4th St, Ste 105 Lampasas, TX 76550-0412This courthouse handles cases for Precinct 1 Place 1. The court’s website can be found here. The phone number for the court is (512)564-1845. And you can email the court by clicking here.
Precinct 2 & 3 Place 1 Courthouse in the City of Lometa
This courthouse is located at:
P O Box 96 Lometa, TX 76853-0190This courthouse handles cases for Precinct 2 & 3 Place 1. The court’s website can be found here. The phone number for the court is (512)752-3497. And you can email the court by clicking here.
Precinct 4 Place 1 Courthouse in the City of Kempner
This courthouse is located at:
P O Box 66 Kempner, TX 76539-0066This courthouse handles cases for Precinct 4 Place 1. The court’s website can be found here. The phone number for the court is (512)932-2182. And you can email the court by clicking here.