Eviction in Pinal County (Casa Grande, Maricopa, San Tan Valley), Arizona
Where eviction cases are filed in Pinal County (Casa Grande, Maricopa, San Tan Valley), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.
Quick facts: eviction in Pinal County (Casa Grande, Maricopa, San Tan Valley)
- Eviction court
- Pinal County Justice Courts — Justice court Court page
- Filing fee
- $61 eviction action filing; writ fee + constable ethics fee $38; civil answer fee $67 (general civil) Pinal County Justice Courts memo, Court Filing Fee Increase Effective December 28, 2024 (Ariz. Sup. Ct. Admin. Order No. 2024-211)
- Notice before filing (state law)
- 5-day written notice of nonpayment stating that the landlord will terminate the rental agreement if rent is not paid within that time. Before an eviction is filed, paying all past-due rent plus a reasonable late fee set in a written lease reinstates the agreement. After filing, reinstatement also requires paying attorney fees and court costs. After judgment, reinstatement is at the landlord's discretion. Arizona rules
- HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026)
- $1,839/month HUD
- Renter households
- 29,599 (18% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024
Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-23
Where eviction cases are filed in Pinal County (Casa Grande, Maricopa, San Tan Valley)
Eviction cases in Pinal County (Casa Grande, Maricopa, San Tan Valley) are heard by the Pinal County Justice Courts (Justice court).
Court eviction page · Search court records · Self-help center
Evictions (forcible or special detainer actions) are filed in the justice court for the precinct where the rental is located; see the Pinal County Superior Court's Justice Courts directory for precinct contacts. A hearing is set 3 to 6 days after filing; if the landlord wins, a writ of restitution can issue five days after judgment and is served by a constable or the Sheriff's Department. Court forms (complaint, summons, answer, writ packet) are posted on the eviction page.
How much it costs to file an eviction in Pinal County (Casa Grande, Maricopa, San Tan Valley)
$61 eviction action filing; writ fee + constable ethics fee $38; civil answer fee $67 (general civil)
From the court's official fee memo PDF. Statewide base forcible entry and detainer fee is $41 (https://www.azcourts.gov/courtfilingfees/Justice-Court-Filing-Fees); the Pinal amount includes local fees. The memo does not list a separate eviction answer fee. Fee deferral or waiver may be requested from the court.
How eviction cases work locally
| Hearing and writ timing | Hearing set 3-6 days after filing; writ of restitution may issue five days after judgment, served by constables or the Sheriff. Source: Official source |
|---|---|
| Appeals | Justice court eviction judgments may be appealed to the Pinal County Superior Court. Source: Official source |
The Arizona eviction process
Arizona state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Pinal County (Casa Grande, Maricopa, San Tan Valley):
- Landlord delivers written notice: 5-day pay-or-quit for nonpayment, 5- or 10-day notice to cure for violations, or immediate notice for a material and irreparable breach
- Landlord files a special detainer complaint; the summons issues the same day
- Tenant is served at least 2 days before the court date (or by posting plus certified mail)
- Initial appearance/trial set 3 to 6 days from the date of the summons; judgment may be entered at the first appearance or at a trial within 3 days
- Judgment for possession, rent, late charges stated in the lease, costs, and fees
- Writ of restitution may issue 5 calendar days after judgment; it is executed by a constable (or sheriff)
- Landlord must store the tenant's remaining property for 14 days after the writ is executed
Full Arizona eviction rules with sources →
Rent in Pinal County (Casa Grande, Maricopa, San Tan Valley)
HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ MSA (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):
| Studio | $1,457 |
|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $1,583 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,839 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,452 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,720 |
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation
Median gross rent in Pinal County (Casa Grande, Maricopa, San Tan Valley): $1,537/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).
HUD designates this metro a Small Area FMR area: Housing Choice Voucher programs here use ZIP-code-level Small Area FMRs; figures shown are the metro-wide FMRs used for other programs.
County tenant ordinance
No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified.
Eviction help in Pinal County (Casa Grande, Maricopa, San Tan Valley)
Free legal help
- Southern Arizona Legal Aid (SALA) — Free civil legal aid for eligible low-income residents; Pinal County is in its service area. (520) 623-9461.
Other Arizona counties
- Eviction in Maricopa County (Phoenix)
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Related
- Arizona landlord-tenant law
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- Arizona eviction notice periods
- Notice deadline calculator
- How to evict a tenant in Arizona (landlords)
Frequently asked questions
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How much does it cost to file an eviction in Pinal County (Casa Grande, Maricopa, San Tan Valley)?
Where can I get help with an eviction in Pinal County (Casa Grande, Maricopa, San Tan Valley)?
What is the fair market rent in Pinal County (Casa Grande, Maricopa, San Tan Valley)?
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.