Gilbert Civil Court Records
Gilbert civil court records are filed at Maricopa County Superior Court and Justice Courts. This rapidly growing town in the southeast valley has over two hundred seventy thousand residents. All general civil cases from Gilbert go to Maricopa County courts. Cases over ten thousand dollars are filed at Superior Court. Smaller civil matters and evictions go to Justice Court precincts that serve the Gilbert area.
Gilbert Quick Facts
Where Gilbert Residents File Civil Cases
Gilbert is in Maricopa County. All civil cases from Gilbert residents are filed at Maricopa County courts. Superior Court handles cases over ten thousand dollars. Justice Courts take smaller matters up to ten thousand dollars.
The Southeast Court Complex at 222 East Javelina Avenue in Mesa serves the Gilbert area. Call 602-372-5375 for Superior Court information. The Superior Court Docket provides free online case search for Gilbert area civil cases.
Justice Court precincts serving Gilbert include San Marcos and University Lakes at 201 East Chicago Street in Chandler. Call 602-372-3400. These courts handle civil cases up to ten thousand dollars, small claims up to five thousand dollars, and all eviction actions for Gilbert residents.
Filing Civil Cases in Gilbert
Gilbert residents file civil cases at Maricopa County courts based on the amount in dispute. Cases over ten thousand dollars must be filed at Superior Court. Smaller cases and evictions go to Justice Court. Choose the Justice Court precinct that covers where the defendant lives or where the rental property is located.
Filing fees at Superior Court are three hundred sixty seven dollars for a civil complaint. Justice Court civil complaints cost one hundred fourteen dollars. Small claims cost fifty eight dollars. Eviction actions cost sixty nine dollars to file in Maricopa County.
Forms are available at courthouse Self-Service Centers or online. The Arizona Courts website at azcourts.gov has free forms for small claims, evictions, and debt collection cases.
Access Civil Records for Gilbert Cases
Search Gilbert area civil cases through the Superior Court Docket system. This free portal shows docket entries, hearing dates, and judge assignments. No login is needed for basic case lookup.
Justice Court cases can be searched at justicecourts.maricopa.gov. This system covers all twenty six Justice Court precincts in Maricopa County including those serving Gilbert residents.
Document downloads cost ten dollars each through Arizona eAccess. In-person access is free at Maricopa County courthouses. Public terminals provide search capability and printing for Gilbert area civil court records.
Copies cost fifty cents per page. Certification adds thirty five dollars per document. Postage is eight dollars for mail orders.
Legal Resources for Gilbert Residents
Community Legal Services provides free legal help to low income Gilbert residents. They focus on housing, family law, and consumer cases. Call to see if you qualify for assistance with a civil matter.
The Law Library Resource Center at Maricopa County courthouses offers free access to legal research materials. Staff can help you find forms and statutes but cannot give legal advice. The center has computers, books, and guides for people representing themselves in civil cases.
Arizona Court Help provides online forms and instructions for common civil case types. The website works for Gilbert residents and all Arizona courts.
Nearby Southeast Valley Cities
Gilbert is part of the southeast Phoenix metro area in Maricopa County. Other nearby cities also file civil cases at Maricopa County courts.