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A small claims case is a civil action for a money judgment in which the amount of damages is $6,500 or less. An action for forcible entry and detainer arising out of a landlord tenant dispute can be brought in small claims court. In small claims court, cases are tried before a judge, not a jury.

Filing and Similar Fees (1) Supreme Judicial Court:Entry of a Small Claims Action$ 50.00Entry of a Small Claims Disclosure per defendant$ 15.00Service of a Small Claims Action or Disclosure, per party (optional)$ 15.00Entry of a Money Judgment Disclosure$ 60.0066 more rows

After completing the Statement of Claim, you have to serve (provide notice of the case to) the defendant. After you receive verification that the defendant has been successfully served, you will need to file the Statement of Claim with the clerk's office within 20 days and pay the filing fee.

To file suit, you must fill out a Statement of Claim and Notice form. Get this from the Small Claims Clerk in your district. Your claim may be filed in person or by mail. However, when the papers are sent by mail to the clerk, the action is not commenced until the papers are actually received.

? Small Claims Court Hearings: Another circumstance that can land a debtor in jail is missing a court date. If a small claims court hearing is scheduled, and you do not attend, the court will issue a warrant for your arrest.

FAMILY AND PROBATE MATTER SUMMARY SHEET This form is used for entering basic information about the case and the parties into court records. You must complete and file this form with the Clerk when you file your Complaint or Motion.