A 2855 New York Assembly · 2023 Regular Session

Increases the jurisdictional limit from $3,000 to $5,000 for justice courts and increases filing fees

This bill raises the maximum amount of money justice courts can handle in small claims cases from $3,000 to $5,000, excluding interest and costs. It also updates the fees required to file these claims, increasing the cost for smaller claims from $10 to $15 and for larger claims from $15 to $20. The changes apply to individuals and businesses filing suits in justice courts for monetary recovery or property disputes within the state.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2023
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Governor
Introduced Jan 27, 2023 Last action Jul 15, 2024
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Jan 3, 2024
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REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS
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Feb 6, 2023
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Jan 27, 2023
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