The small claims limit in Wyoming
The limit is the most the court can award on one claim. It depends on who is claiming, and in some states on which court hears it.
| Claiming as | Most you can claim | Rule |
|---|---|---|
| An individual | $6,000 | Wyoming Judicial Branch, Small Claims |
| A business | $6,000 | Wyoming Judicial Branch, Small Claims |
| A public agency | $6,000 | Wyoming Judicial Branch, Small Claims |
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Common questions
- How much can you claim in small claims court in Wyoming?
- An individual can claim up to $6,000. A business can claim up to $6,000. A public agency can claim up to $6,000. That comes from Wyoming Judicial Branch, Small Claims.
- Which court handles small claims in Wyoming?
- Circuit Court, Small Claims. The circuit court for the county where the defendant lives.
- How long do you have to bring a small claims claim in Wyoming?
- The shortest window is 4 years, counted from the day the damage happened, under Wyo. Stat. §1-3-105. Other kinds of claim run longer; the time-limit page lists each one.
Verify with your court
Numbers change, and a court can post its own variation. Open Wyoming's small claims page and confirm anything you are about to rely on.
Open the court's small claims pageVerified on 2026-09-05, sources:
Verified on 2026-09-05, sources: Rules effective from 2024-01-01.
- Wyoming Judicial Branch, Small Claims · effective 2026-09-05 · In Wyoming, small claims court hears money claims of up to $6,000. The filing fee is $10, plus a separate charge to have the papers delivered to the other side. Wyoming does not require a written demand before filing.
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