Filing a Small Claims Case
Information Packet - Click here for information on filing a small claims case (lawsuit for $20,000 or less of personal property or money).
Small Claim Forms
Petition - Use this form to begin your small claims case.
Subpoena Request - This form is to request the court to order a witness to come to court for your case.
Appeal Bond - Use this form if you wish to appeal your case to a higher court after your trial.
Application for Writ of Execution - If you win a judgment, use this form to ask the court to order the seizure and sale of the defendant’s property to satisfy the judgment.
Application for Writ of Garnishment - If you win a judgment, use this form to ask the court to order a third party (such as a bank) to turn over assets that they hold that belong to the defendant to satisfy the judgment.
When a Small Claims Case Has Been Filed Against You
Information Packet – Click here for information on how to proceed if you have been sued in a small claims case.
Small Claim Forms
Answer Form - Use this form to respond to the lawsuit.
Subpoena Request - This form is to request the court to order a witness to come to court for your case.
Jury Demand – Use this for to request a trial by jury.
Appeal Bond - Use this form if you wish to appeal your case to a higher court after your trial.
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