Small Claims Division
Small Claims court maximum claim is $6,000.00, money only. (Not for return of property or any other remedy). You do not have to have a lawyer represent you in small claims court, but you may have one represent you if you wish.
THE COURT CAN NOT GIVE YOU ANY LEGAL ADVICE
A small claims complaint form will need to be filled out, which should correctly identify the parties involved, with a brief but clear statement of the reason for your lawsuit. You must sign your complaint in the presence of a clerk at the court, and provide picture ID at the time of filing. Once the complaint has been filed, the court will set a court hearing. Make sure that you bring all documents that you need to substantiate your claim.
Small Claims Information Sheet
Costs
Amended Complaint (original and 1 copy for each defendant) | $39.00 |
Appeal** (original & 5 copies) | $60.00 |
** Must be accompanied by $150.00 for court of appeals | |
Bailiff Service fees in town 1st trip | $10.00 |
+(2nd trip or more additional fee) | $5.00 |
Bailiff Service Fees out of town 1st trip | $20.00 |
+(2nd trip or more additional fee) | $5.00 |
Bank Attachment (plus $1.00 to bank)(Original & 6 copies) | $40.00 |
Certified Mail | $10.00 |
Certified Copies (per page) | $1.00 |
Certificate of Judgment | $20.00 |
Complaint | $50.00 |
+(each additional defendant) | $17.00 |
Copies (not certified, per page) | $0.10 |
Exemplified Copy | $3.00 |
+ $1.00 Certified Copy of Judgment Entry | |
Counterclaim (original & 1 for each defendant) | $39.00 |
Debtor's Exam (plus service)(original & 2 copies) | $30.00 |
Disclosure of Assets (plus service) | $20.00 |
15 Day Notice (Garnishments) | $12.00 |
Garnishments (original & 4 copies) | $110.00 |
Motion to Continue | $35.00 |
Ordinary Mail | $5.00 |
Revivor (plus service)(3 plus 1 per additional defendant) | $35.00 |
Subpoenas (plus service) | $5.00 |