Small claims court · Prestatyn
Small claims court in Prestatyn
The County Court hearing centre that deals with money claims in Prestatyn — where it is, and your nearest alternative.
What this page tells you
If you're making or defending a money claim in Prestatyn, your case is handled through the County Court. Prestatyn's hearing centre for money claims is Prestatyn Justice Centre.
Most money claims start online through Money Claim Online and are only sent to a hearing centre if the claim is defended and a hearing is needed. If you do need to attend, your nearest alternative court outside Prestatyn is Mold Justice Centre, about 16 miles away.
Your court in Prestatyn
Most money claims under £100,000 can be started online through Money Claim Online, without going to the court building in person. Read the small claims court guide.
Nearest alternative court
Always check the court named on your claim form or letter — it may not be the closest building to you.
Small claims court in Prestatyn — your questions
Which court handles small claims in Prestatyn?
Money claims (the "small claims track" for lower-value disputes) in Prestatyn are dealt with by the County Court at Prestatyn Justice Centre, LL19 7TE. Most claims are started online and only sent there if a hearing is needed.
Do I have to go to court in Prestatyn for a small claim?
Often not. Most money claims are started and managed online through Money Claim Online, and many settle or are decided on paper. A hearing is only listed if the claim is defended, in which case it would usually be heard at Prestatyn Justice Centre or, as the nearest alternative, Mold Justice Centre (16 miles away).
How much does it cost to make a small claim in Prestatyn?
The issue fee is set nationally and scales with how much you're claiming — it's the same in Prestatyn as anywhere in England and Wales. See our small claims guide for the current fee bands and how to apply for help with fees.
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