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Small Claims Court Complaint

General template for filing a small claims court action. Covers disputes under state dollar limits, typically $5,000-$10,000 depending on jurisdiction.

Instructions

Instructions

  • Your Information: Enter your full name, address, phone, and email
  • Defendant Information: Enter the defendant's full legal name and address
  • Claim Amount: Specify the dollar amount you are claiming (check your state's limit)
  • Statement of Claim: Describe what happened in plain language — who, what, when, where
  • Evidence: List documents you plan to bring (receipts, contracts, photos, text messages)
  • Filing: File at the courthouse in the county where the defendant lives or where the dispute occurred

    • Typical Filing Fees: $30–$100 depending on claim amount and state

    Note: Attorneys are generally not required in small claims court. Some states prohibit attorney representation.