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Plaintiff's Claim to Go to Small Claims Court
This form initiates a small claims court case, allowing an individual or business (the plaintiff) to sue for money or personal property valued at $12,500 or less. It outlines the details of the claim and serves as an official order for both parties to appear in small claims court.
Eligibility for SC-100
- Claim Limit: The amount you are suing for is within the small claims court limit (currently $12,500 for most cases).
- Case Type: Your case involves a common small claims dispute, such as breach of contract, property damage, or unpaid wages.
- Defendant Location: The individual or business you are suing is located within the court's jurisdiction.
Ineligibility for SC-100
- Claim exceeds $12,000 (or $6250 for businesses).
- Case involves libel, slander, or class action.
- Dispute falls under exclusive federal jurisdiction (e.g., bankruptcy).
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