Small Claims
The Small Claims Court is a division of the District Court where individuals as well as businesses can settle disputes and disagreements. The maximum amount you may sue for is $6,000.00. Procedures are simple, informal and inexpensive. There are no juries and either party may appeal the judgment to Circuit Court.
Forms can be obtained at www.alacourt.gov and www.legalhelp.org.
Filing Fees are Nonrefundable
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Filing Fee (One defendant)
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Up to $1,500.00
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$50.00
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Filing Fee (One defendant)
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$1,500.01 up to $3,000.00
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$124.00
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Filing Fee (One defendant)
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$3,000.01 to $6,000.00
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$213.00
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Additional Defendant
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Any Amount
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$10.00 per additional defendant
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Additional Plaintiffs
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Any Amount
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$50.00 ($500 max)
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Garnishment
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Any Amount
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$30.00
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Execution
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Any Amount
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$30.00
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Subpoenas
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Any Amount
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$12.00 per subpoena
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Motion for judgment, default judgment or summary judgment
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-
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$50.00
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