Limited Jurisdiction

A Small Claims Court is a judicial forum which hears and decides cases involving claims for money only in the amount of $10,000.00 or less.  It is important to remember that a Small Claims Court can only award a judgment for money.  The court cannot require someone to return, replace or repair property; to do something or to refrain from doing something.  Remember, in the Small Claims Court, the petitioner must not ask for anything except money.  (Note:  At the Judges discretion, attorney fees may be awarded to the prevailing party.)