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That depends on whether you mean Orange County, CA or Orange County, FL. I have attached links containing information to file in Orange County in either state.
I'm also attaching a link to a Court Reference site where I found this information. It is really helpful for finding self-help legal information (like how to file small claims actions). You just select your state and then your county from the drop down menu, and you can find all kinds of information related to the trial courts in your county!
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I was involved in an accident in my county where I reside the person was from another county whose county do you file a small claims lawsuit in This is for Georgia?
The county where the accident occurred.
How do you file a small claims complaint in trumbull county oh?
To file a small claims complaint in Trumbull County, OH, you need to go to the Trumbull County Clerk of Courts office and obtain the necessary forms for filing a small claims case. You will need to complete the forms with the details of your complaint and pay the filing fee. Once the forms are filed, a court date will be scheduled for your case to be heard.
What is the small claims court limit in the state of Oregon?
In order to file a case in small claims court in Oregon, the claim must be less than $7,500. Small claims cases may be heard by either a circuit court or a justice court, depending on the county. For more information on filing a small claims case in a particular county, including available forms, where to file the case, and other small claims resources, visit the related link.
How do you sue someone in small claims court?
Go to the court house in the county where you live and/or the county where the action occurred. Ask the clerk, "What do I need to do to file a small claims suit?" Follow her/his instructions. Also, if you look online, you'll find information about small claim suits in your county. Google "how to file small claims suit" along with the city, county, and state name. Then, look for the website that ends with ".gov" and go to it. Stay away from the about.com websites with "how to" instructions as they are often wrong.
What is the maximum recovery amount in small claims court in Washington state?
In order to file a claim in small claims court in Washington State, the claim must be less than $5,000. Small claims are generally filed in the district court in the appropriate county. For more information on small claims actions in Washington State, as well as county-specific resources, visit the related link.
How do you sue someone for money they owe me?
You go to your local County Clerks Office and file a small claims case, the limit of the claim amount is up to each county.
How much money is involved in small claims court in Colorado?
In Colorado, the maximum amount you can sue for in small claims court is $7,500. Small claims court is a division of County Court. If your claim is between $7,500 and $15,000, the case would likely still be filed in County Court, but not in the small claims division. If your claim is above $15,000, then the claim probably belongs in District Court. Small claims cases cannot be filed in Municipal Court. In Colorado, each county has at least one County and District Court location. Probably a trip to your local county courthouse (NOT municipal court) will help you decide how to file your case. For more information on small claims cases, you can consult the Colorado Small Claims Guide related link, as well as the Colorado Small Claims Local Rules related link, which contain county-specific information on filing a small claims case. For other Colorado self-help legal resources, visit the Colorado Courts Self-Help Guide.
Who decides if civil or small claims?
The plaintiff decides. However, there are two main exceptions: If it is over $5000, it must be tried in county court. And, if the Defendant wishes, he or she may remove the case from Small Claims court to county or district court where he or she may be represented by an attorney. Be careful, if you file in small claims court and it is removed, you will lose the right to trial by jury.
How many times can you file small claims?
The number of times you can file small claims varies by jurisdiction. In general, you can file as many small claims cases as needed, as long as you have valid legal claims against the other party. It's important to check with your local courthouse or small claims court for specific rules and limitations.
Where to file declaration of homestead in County of Orange state of California?
You can find directions to the Orange County Recorder at the link provided below.
I live in palm beach but my trouble came from leon county Can I sue Leon county in palm beach county small claims court where I live or should I do it in leon county's small claims court?
Where did the "trouble" take place? You must file your action in the court of whatever county it occurred in. Unless the court has "jurisdiction" to handle your case it will not hear it. Also: Check Florida law to determine if the county government may be immune from your suit.
Where do you file for Orange County CA homestead exemption?
I doubt you can homestead your house in Orange County. This area in California is very developed and homesteading is for undeveloped areas.
