Department Head: Carolyn Parks

The Small Claims Department receives cases for filing that fall primarily in to two areas. Issues surrounding rental property that include but are not limited to:

• Eviction of Tenants
• Execution of eviction if granted
• Removal of Eviction Order (vacate order)
• Stay of Eviction Order
• Continuance of Court Action
• Retrieval of personal property from a rental unit (replevin)
• Claim for damages

Issues the involve claims for damages or payment of money under $10,000 including but not limited to:

• Claims for damages or money
• Asset application and order
• Garnishment
• Answer to suit and counter claim
• Application for contempt citation

Filing Fees must be paid at time of filing.

An attorney is not necessary for parties to initiate a small claims suit and process through court to judgment.