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Courts & services for Mesquite County residents

A complete overview of the divisions, departments, and public services available through the Mesquite County Superior Court.

Civil Court

File and respond to civil complaints, small claims, and civil harassment matters. Access forms, fee schedules, and self-help resources.

  • Small claims filings up to $3,500
  • Civil complaints, summons, and answers
  • Restraining orders and injunctions
  • Fee waivers available for qualifying parties

Criminal Court

Arraignments, hearings, pleas, and sentencing for felony and misdemeanor cases. Find case status and scheduled hearing dates.

  • Felony and misdemeanor arraignments
  • Preliminary hearings and pre-trial conferences
  • Plea agreements and sentencing hearings
  • Case status available in the online portal

Family Court

Divorce, legal separation, child custody, support orders, and adoptions. Forms and self-help assistance available at the courthouse.

  • Divorce and legal separation petitions
  • Child custody and parenting plans
  • Child and spousal support orders
  • Adoption and guardianship proceedings

Traffic & Tickets

Pay a traffic fine, contest a citation, or schedule a defensive driving course. Look up your ticket online by citation number.

  • Pay a fine online by citation number
  • Request a court hearing to contest a ticket
  • Defensive driving course enrollment
  • Failure-to-appear recalls and extensions

Jury Duty

Respond to your juror summons, check your reporting date, request a postponement, or learn what to expect on your jury service day.

  • Check your reporting date and location
  • Request a postponement or exemption
  • Learn what to expect on your service day
  • Per-diem and mileage reimbursement information

Records & Filings

Request certified copies of court records, file documents with the Clerk of Court, and access the public case search portal.

  • Certified copies of judgments and orders
  • New case filings accepted at the Clerk's window
  • Electronic filing (e-file) for registered attorneys
  • Public case search — no account required

Self-Help Center

Representing yourself? We can help.

The Mesquite County Superior Court Self-Help Center provides free assistance to self-represented parties navigating civil, family, and small claims matters.

  • Help selecting and completing court forms
  • Procedural guidance — not legal advice
  • Referrals to legal aid and pro bono resources
  • Available Mon–Fri 8am–4pm, no appointment needed
Free public assistance

Can't find what you need?

Contact the Clerk of Court — staff can direct you to the right division, form, or resource.