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Small-claims information through Civil Division — Del Norte Superior CourtOfficial instructions

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Small claims court allows you to sue a person, business, or government agency that you think owes you money. Generally, you can only sue for up to $12,500 in small claims court (or up to $6,250 if you’re a business). You can ask a lawyer for advice before you go to court, but you can't have one with you in court.

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Superior Court of California, County of Del Norte · Civil Division | Superior Court of California | County of Del Norte (opens in a new tab)

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Small claims court allows you to sue a person, business, or government agency that you think owes you money. Generally, you can only sue for up to $12,500 in small claims court (or up to $6,250 if you’re a business). You can ask a lawyer for advice before you go to court, but you can't have one with you in court.

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Small claims in CaliforniaOfficial instructions

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You have to collect the money if you win your case. The court does not do it for you.

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Judicial Council of California · Small claims in California | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)

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Small claims in California

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