How to Help Yourself: Small Claims Counter-Claim

Have you received a court summons and a copy of a small claims petition where someone sued you?

Yes

Read the petition very carefully to see if what the person suing you said is correct. Is the information correct?

Yes

Even if the information is right, you should go to the court date listed on the summons to make sure the court knows the facts and hear what happens.

You should go to the court date listed on the summons so you can tell the court what is not correct. Does the person suing you owe you money or property related to this case?

Yes

Is the amount the person owes you $2,500 or less?

Yes

You may be eligible for Small Claims Counter-Claim help.

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If the person using you owes you more than $2,500, your case may go to a different court.

Based on your answers, you are not eligible to complete the "Small Claims Counter-Claim" You may start this process over if you answered incorrectly.