Raises the jurisdictional amount for small claims cases
This bill increases the maximum amount that can be claimed in small claims court from $3,000 to $10,000 for money disputes. It directly affects individuals and small businesses seeking to resolve debt, contract, or property damage claims without needing a lawyer or higher court. The key change amends multiple sections of the justice court act to replace "$3,000" with "$10,000" in all relevant jurisdictional limits. This allows justice courts to handle larger cases that previously required filing in more complex civil courts.
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in committee
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Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 23, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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lower
Jan 23, 2025
Committee
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lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
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Angelo Santabarbara
DDemocratic
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