Small claims san diego county 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Small Claims Packet in our editor.
2. Begin with the 'Information for the Plaintiff' section. Read through it carefully to understand your rights and responsibilities as a plaintiff.
3. Fill out the 'Plaintiff’s Claim and ORDER to Go to Small Claims Court' form (JC Form #SC-100). Ensure all information is accurate, including names, addresses, and the amount owed.
4. Make copies of your completed claim for each defendant listed. You can easily duplicate documents using our platform's features.
5. Submit your original claim along with copies to the court clerk at the Central Division located at 330 W. Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101.
6. Ensure that you serve each defendant with a copy of your claim. Use our editor to generate a Proof of Service form (JC Form #SC-104) after serving them.
7. File the completed Proof of Service with the court at least five days before your trial date to confirm that defendants have been notified.

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