All civil cases are filed with the district court. For more information and forms about small claims, see our page on Small Claims.This information packet is designed to help you file a civil rights complaint in federal court without the help of a trained and licensed attorney. Civil Rights Complaint Guide. A small claims action is a civil action for the recovery of money when the amount claimed does not exceed: 174 in Utah state court. It is currently litigating in the Utah Supreme Court to ensure the law remains blocked while courts consider the case. Civil Rights Complaint Form. This is a Utah form and can be use in District Court Federal. Justices may seek additional terms in the same retention process.