Relating to small claims.
SB 484 increases Oregon's small claims court limit from $10,000 to $20,000 for lawsuits seeking money, damages, specific property, or penalties. This change directly affects Oregon residents and businesses filing claims within the new limit, allowing them to use the simplified small claims process instead of regular court. The bill amends multiple statutes (including ORS 46.405, 46.425, and 51.080) to update the dollar thresholds for cases eligible for small claims court. This adjustment aims to make the court system more accessible for moderate-value disputes without changing procedural rules.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 13, 2025
Last action Jun 28, 2025
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Committee
2
Jun 28, 2025
Upper · Passed
In committee upon adjournment.
upper
Jan 17, 2025
Committee
Referred to Judiciary.
upper
Jan 13, 2025
Introduced
Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
David Smith
RRepublican
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