Gilpin County, Colorado: Where to File a Security Deposit Claim and What It Costs
Listed court is Gilpin County Court (Small Claims Division, 1st Judicial District) in Central City. 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 $7,500. Colorado return time: 30 days or another period by condition. ACS two-bedroom rent: $1,650. Enter your dates below and send the dated letter first.
| Court listed | Gilpin County Court (Small Claims Division, 1st Judicial District) |
|---|---|
| City | Central City |
| Statewide filing fee | Current court fee schedule |
| Small claims limit | $7,500 (statewide) |
| State deposit return deadline |
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| Time limit to sue | 3 years |
| Deposit statute | C.R.S. 38-12-103 and 38-12-104 (Colorado Security Deposit Refund Act, Title 38, Article 12, Part 1); as amended by HB25-1249, effective January 1, 2026 |
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.
Details
Limits: $7,500 (statewide).
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Details of the return rules
| When it applies | Deadline | Starts from |
|---|---|---|
| No, or my lease doesn't say | 30 days | Termination of the lease or surrender and acceptance of the premises, whichever occurs last |
| Yes, my lease says the landlord has more time (the law caps it at 60 days) | 60 days | Termination of the lease or surrender and acceptance of the premises, whichever occurs last |
Colorado return rule: 30 days. Check the dates you entered above.
Court listed for this county: Gilpin County Court (Small Claims Division, 1st Judicial District). 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 Gilpin County.
- The Colorado business registry for an LLC or management company: its exact legal name and registered agent. Colorado Secretary of State
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 Colorado filing procedure before you go.
Service methods: private process server; constable or sheriff.
Procedure source (medium confidence): Small Claims ($7,500 award limit) Plaintiff / Petitioner $0.00 - $500.00 $31 $500.01 - $7,500.00 $55 13-32-101(1)(c)(IV)(A) 13-32-101(1)(c)(IV)(C)
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 Gilpin 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 | $1,161 | $2,322 | $3,483 | Fits under the $7,500 limit for this illustrated claim |
| 2 | $1,650 | $3,300 | $4,950 | Fits under the $7,500 limit for this illustrated claim |
| 3 | $2,397 | $4,794 | $7,191 | Fits under the $7,500 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 Gilpin County compare with other Colorado counties?
The two-bedroom median gross rent is $1,650: rank 13 of 63 counties with this metric in U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. 20.4% of households rent in Gilpin County.
| County | Median gross rent |
|---|---|
| Jefferson County | $1,783 |
| Adams County | $1,722 |
| Gilpin County | $1,650 |
| Ouray County | $1,642 |
| Lake County | $1,610 |
| Larimer County | $1,609 |
Ranking uses the same ACS metric and period within this state; ties share a rank. Coverage is 63 of 64 listed counties. Census source.
Places in Gilpin County
- Black Hawk
- Central City
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
- Colorado Legal Services: free civil legal help for low-income Coloradans on housing and other non-criminal issues, including in-person eviction clinics at certain courthouses
- Colorado Poverty Law Project: free legal representation, advice, and clinics for low-income Coloradans facing eviction and housing injustice
- Brothers Redevelopment (Colorado Housing Connects): HUD-approved housing counseling and statewide helpline for renters, including tenant-landlord rights information, eviction-prevention navigation, and rental assistance referrals
FAQ
How much does it cost to file in Gilpin County?
The court sets the fee. Check the current schedule. Court page
Where do I file a deposit claim in Gilpin County?
Gilpin County Court (Small Claims Division, 1st Judicial District) 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.