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What's the small claims dollar limit in Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court? You can ask for up to $12,000 in the small claims division in Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court?the court that handles small claims matters in Pennsylvania. Small claims matters are also heard in Philadelphia Municipal Court.
What is a Civil Complaint? The complaint is the document that you file with the magisterial district court to begin your civil action against a person or business. You are listed as the plaintiff and the person you are suing is the defendant.
The judge will make a decision either immediately following the hearing or within five days of the conclusion of the trial. After the decision is made, either party has a right to appeal the decision to the Court of Common Pleas.
Filing Deadline in Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court The statute of limitations for injury and property damage cases is two years, and four years for contract cases. But keep in mind that the length will depend on the case type, and your suit might fall into a different category than what's listed here.
Civil Complaint (Includes One Certified Mail Service)$156.00Counterclaim / Crossclaim$50.00Third Party Complaint$50.00Amended Complaint$70.00Jury Demand (Payable 10 Days Prior to Jury Trial)$350.0034 more rows
Complete the Civil complaint form fully and neatly. Be sure to provide enough information so the person you are suing knows why he or she is being sued. Once the complaint is completed, you must file it at the correct Magisterial District Court office. Be prepared to pay the filing fees.
This is called a civil lawsuit. The $12,000 limit does not include the court costs involved in the suit, or any interest which may be due on your claim. If you are successful, you are entitled to be reimbursed for court costs. Cases for more than $12,000.00 must be filed at the Court of Common Pleas.
In Pennsylvania, a lawsuit involving a claim of $12,000.00 or less can be filed in Magisterial District Court. For claims over $12,000.00, the party filing the lawsuit, who is known as the plaintiff, must file in the Court of Common Pleas.