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  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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Claims may be filed in the Central Division of the San Diego Superior Court.
Conclusion: Going to small claims court may be worth it for $500, but it will determine how you weigh your costs versus benefits. At a minimum, it is worth it to send a demand letter.
Small Claims Court handles civil cases asking for $12,500 or less. Here are some examples of problems you can handle in Small Claims Court: Your landlord will not return your security deposit. Someone damaged your car and will not pay for the repairs.
The timeline for small claims cases depends on several factors, including the filing process, serving the defendant, and scheduling a hearing. Generally, small claims cases in California take about two to six months from start to resolution.
Filing Fees Claims for $1,500.00 or less$30.00 Claims from $1,500.01 to $5,000.00 $50.00 Claims from $5,000.01 to $12,500.00 $75.00 Persons or Business who have filed more than 12 claims in CA in the previous 12 mos. $100.00 Service of Documents by Certified Mail $15.00 (per defendant) [Fee waiver does not cover]6 more rows

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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).

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