Bill
S 2636
Overview: S 2636, "Raises the jurisdictional amount for small claims cases", was referred to the Judiciary committee on July 31, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill i
Overview: S 2636, "Raises the jurisdictional amount for small claims cases", was referred to the Judiciary committee on July 31, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to increase the maximum monetary limit for small claims court cases, allowing more disputes to be resolved through this faster and more cost-effective judicial process.
Key Provisions:
- Raises the jurisdictional amount for small claims cases from the current limit of $10,000 to $15,000
- Adjusts the small claims limit periodically to account for inflation
Affected Parties and Impacts: This change would benefit individuals and small businesses involved in lower-value disputes, as they could more easily access the small claims court system without the need for formal legal representation. It may also help reduce the caseload in higher-level courts.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Senate Judiciary committee and is currently under consideration.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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