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Small claims court is an informal court which allows people to sue for small losses of money or property. The procedures are simple enough that an individual can file and handle his or her own claim in court. The current limit set by law for small claims actions is $12,000 or less (SDCL 16-12C-13).

To start a Small Claims Court action, the Plaintiff completes the Claim Affidavit (Form 2) and files it with the clerk of court. Then, the Plaintiff arranges for service of a copy of the completed Claim Affidavit and five (5) other forms from the Small Claims Court packet on the Defendant.

The procedures are simple and inexpensive. The maximum limit set by current law for South Dakota Small Claims actions is $12,000 plus court costs. Claims for more than $12,000.00 must be filed as formal civil actions, unless a party is willing to waive recovery of any amounts over $12,000.

The procedures are not complex. The Plaintiff fills out a simple form stating why the Defendant owes him or her money or that the Defendant has property which should be returned to the Plaintiff. Each party will explain his or her side of the story to the judge at trial.

Steps to start a claim: Fill out a form called the Plaintiff's Claim (Form 7A). ... File the Plaintiff's Claim and any supporting documents online (if eligible), in-person or by mail. ... The court will stamp and date your claim.

The procedures are simple and inexpensive. The maximum limit set by current law for South Dakota Small Claims actions is $12,000 plus court costs. Claims for more than $12,000.00 must be filed as formal civil actions, unless a party is willing to waive recovery of any amounts over $12,000.