In Small Claims, the jurisdictional amount involved must be $10,000 or less for a natural person. A plaintiff requesting damages in excess of $5,000 or $10,000 may still file a small claim, but by doing so waives the right to recover anything in excess of the jurisdictional amount.

Small Claims is a venue where legal technicalities are relaxed. A person or business can easily navigate the legal process without hiring an attorney. There are no juries, and attorneys are not allowed to represent either party unless permission is granted by a judge.

Forms are provided by the Court. The clerk may assist the parties with the procedure, but are not allowed to give legal advice or to predict how the judge might rule in a given situation.

At the time of filing, the plaintiff must pay a filing fee of $50.00, which is non-refundable.

• Small Claims Brochure (PDF)
• Small Claims Information Sheet (PDF)
• Small Claims Exhibit Flyer (PDF)
• Small Claims Mediation FAQ (PDF)
• Complete Small Claims Packet (PDF)
• Stipulation for Return of Exhibits (PDF)