Yuma County, Arizona: Where to File a Security Deposit Claim and What It Costs
Listed court is Yuma County Justice Courts - Small Claims in Yuma. Check venue on the court's official page or with the clerk. Filing fee: set by the court; see its fee table. Claims up to $5,000. Arizona return time: 14 business days. ACS two-bedroom rent: $987. Enter your dates below and send the dated letter first.
| Court listed | Yuma County Justice Courts - Small Claims |
|---|---|
| City | Yuma |
| Address | 250 W 2nd St, Yuma, AZ 85364 |
| Phone | (928) 817-4210 |
| Statewide filing fee | Current court fee schedule |
| Small claims limit | $5,000 |
| State deposit return deadline |
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| Time limit to sue | 3 years |
| Deposit statute | Arizona Revised Statutes § 33-1321 (Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act) |
Some counties have more than one small claims court, and venue rules differ by state; check which court hears your claim on the court's official page or with the clerk.
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Limits: $5,000 (statewide).
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Details of the return rules
| When it applies | Deadline | Starts from |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit return | 14 business days | Termination of tenancy, delivery of possession, AND demand by the tenant |
Arizona return rule: 14 business days. Check the dates you entered above.
Court listed for this county: Yuma County Justice Courts - Small Claims. Check venue on the official court page or with the clerk.
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Who do you name in the claim?
Find and compare the legal names
Find and compare the legal names in these records:
- The lease: the Landlord or Owner line and who signed.
- The deposit receipt or the account your rent went to.
- The owner of record in the property records of Yuma County.
- The Arizona business registry for an LLC or management company: its exact legal name and registered agent. Arizona Corporation Commission (check the link; report an error if it is wrong)
A registered agent receives court papers for a company; it is not the defendant.
This page shows where the names are recorded; it does not decide who is legally liable.
What to bring to the clerk
- Your lease.
- Deposit receipt or payment record.
- The demand letter and proof of delivery.
- Move-out photos and an inventory or condition report.
Check the Arizona filing procedure before you go.
Service methods: certified mail by clerk.
Service fee: Small claims service by mail $8.00.
Procedure source (medium confidence): C Initial case filing fee Small claims filing $30.00 G Special fees Small claims service by mail $8.00
Is it worth filing here?
Illustration: a deposit equal to one month's ACS median gross rent (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) for a home in Yuma County. This is calculated from rent, not measured deposits. The statutory amount requires the rule's conditions.
| Bedrooms | Deposit owed | Statutory amount | Total illustration | Limit check |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $756 | $1,512 | $2,268 | Fits under the $5,000 limit for this illustrated claim |
| 2 | $987 | $1,974 | $2,961 | Fits under the $5,000 limit for this illustrated claim |
| 3 | $1,245 | $2,490 | $3,735 | Fits under the $5,000 limit for this illustrated claim |
| 4 | $1,473 | $2,946 | $4,419 | Fits under the $5,000 limit for this illustrated claim |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates, tables B25064, B25031, B25003, B25070; accessed 2026-09-21. Penalty rule.
How does Yuma County compare with other Arizona counties?
The two-bedroom median gross rent is $987: rank 8 of 15 counties with this metric in U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. 30% of households rent in Yuma County.
| County | Median gross rent |
|---|---|
| Pinal County | $1,052 |
| Mohave County | $994 |
| Yuma County | $987 |
| Cochise County | $874 |
| Graham County | $842 |
| Navajo County | $837 |
Ranking uses the same ACS metric and period within this state; ties share a rank. Coverage is 15 of 15 listed counties. Census source.
Places in Yuma County
- San Luis
- Somerton
- Wellton
- Yuma
These are Census places in the county. Check the rental's address with the clerk to find the court.
U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census place-to-county relationship file
Free legal help
- Community Legal Services: free housing-law help for low-income tenants, including preventing evictions, preserving public and subsidized housing such as Section 8, ensuring repairs and habitable housing, and preventing housing discrimination
- DNA-People's Legal Services: free civil legal assistance, advice, and representation, including help to protect and secure adequate housing, for people living on the Navajo, Hopi and Jicarilla Apache Reservations and in parts of Northern Arizona, Northwest New Mexico, and Southern Utah
FAQ
How much does it cost to file in Yuma County?
The court sets the fee. Check the current schedule. Court page
Where do I file a deposit claim in Yuma County?
Yuma County Justice Courts - Small Claims is listed. Some counties have more than one small claims court, and venue rules differ by state; check which court hears your claim on the court's official page or with the clerk. Court page
Who should I name in the claim?
Compare the legal names on the lease, deposit receipt, property records and business registry. A registered agent receives papers for a company; it is not the defendant.
What should I bring to the clerk?
Bring your lease, deposit receipt, demand letter, proof of delivery, photos and any move-out inventory.