"Small Claims Court" is a term used to describe a simplified procedure for resolving civil disputes involving amounts of $5,000 or less, exclusive of costs, interest and attorney fees. Special rules are applicable to these actions; they are called Small Claims Rules. These rules enable individuals to handle their own cases with or without an attorney. However, cases which involve small amounts often have complex legal issues. Therefore, any individual who is unsure of whether to proceed or how to proceed in a case should consult an attorney. The jurisdiction for Small Claims is the County Civil division.

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For additional information, refer to these topics:

• Frequently Asked Questions: Small Claims
• Download/Open: Collecting a Judgment.pdf
• Download/Open: How to Collect a Judgment in Florida Under the New Judgment Lien Law.pdf
• Download/Open: Small Claims Booklet.pdf
• Download/Open: Small Claims Package.pdf
• County Civil
• Fees
• Office Location and Phone Number
• Online Court Records