Small Claims Adviser Santa Barbara

Description:

Most counties are required to have a small claims advisor to give free legal information in small claims cases. The kinds of services offered vary from county to county. Small Claims is a court where you can exercise your rights to resolve a dispute. Attorneys are not permitted to represent either plaintiffs or defendants (attorneys are allowed in Small Claims appeals). You do not have to be a United states citizen to file or defend a case in Small Claims Court, but you must be at least 18 years old unless you have a Guardian Ad Litem. Your claims cannot be more than $10,000 on a claim by a natural person. The limit on a claim by a business is $5,000. You cannot file more than two cases over $2,500 each calendar year. All other claims must be no more than $2,500.

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