No. The small claims court works locally.
In general, you can sue someone in small claims court in another state if you meet the jurisdictional requirements of that state. However, the process can be complicated and may involve additional costs, such as travel expenses. It's advisable to consult with an attorney or the court in the state where you wish to file the lawsuit for guidance on the specific procedures and requirements.
Yes, you can sue a person from another state if that person owes you money. Access your local small claims court to file the lawsuit.
Maybe. Each state has different laws regarding whether or not towns can be sued in small claims court. For example, Washington State does not allow the practice, while in California, people can sue towns, cities, and even the state in small claims court. Most small claims courts give free brochures explaining the small claims process, including who can and cannot be sued in small claims. Contact your local small claims court for details.
In order to file a claim in small claims court in Washington State, the claim must be less than $5,000. Small claims are generally filed in the district court in the appropriate county. For more information on small claims actions in Washington State, as well as county-specific resources, visit the related link.
Depends on your state. Please contact your local small claims court for info on your state's small claims max.
Yes--as long as only money is being requested and the amount of money being requested is at or less than the jurisdictional limit (the max you can sue for in small claims). For your state's jurisdictional limit, contact your local small claims court.
In Texas if you are out of state and summoned to appear in a small claims court you have some options You can see if you can appear by telephone or get a lawyer to represent you in court.
In Colorado state, the maximum amount you can sue for in small claims court is $7,500. To have the court award more than that, you would need to file the case outside small claims court. Small claims court is usually a division of County Court. Civil cases for more than $7,500 can be filed in regular County Court or in District Court. For more information on filing a small claims case in Colorado, view the Colorado Small Claims Court Information related link. To locate the County Court nearest you, visit the Colorado Courts Guide related link, which will provide a directory of Colorado state courts, as well as online court resources.
The state circuit court in the city or county of residence.
$5000 is the limit for a small claims case in Wisconsin. Most small claims cases are heard in Wisconsin Circuit Courts. For more information on small claims cases in Wisconsin, including forms and guides, visit the Wisconsin Court Self-Help Guide related link.
You lose.
$5,000