Small claims court: jurisdiction.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill increases the jurisdictional limits for small claims court. Specifically, it raises the maximum amount a small claims court can handle to $15,000 for individual claims and allows plaintiffs to file up to six such actions per year. It also clarifies jurisdiction for guarantor defendants and includes provisions regarding actions filed by incarcerated plaintiffs and local public entities.
Key provisions
- Increases the small claims court jurisdictional limit from $12,500 to $15,000.
- Allows plaintiffs to file up to six small claims actions per calendar year, provided the amount demanded does not exceed $2,500.
- Clarifies jurisdiction for guarantor defendants in certain cases.
- Addresses jurisdiction for claims filed by incarcerated plaintiffs.
- Specifies jurisdiction for local public entities filing claims exceeding $2,500.
- Outlines procedures for actions involving local public entities and legal representation.
- Provides for equitable relief, such as rescission or specific performance, within the small claims court.
Who is affected
- Individuals seeking to resolve small claims disputes
- Businesses involved in small claims litigation
- Contractors and clients (regarding fee arbitration)
- Government agencies and their employees (regarding claims)
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