Alaska Complaint to Collect a Debt is a legal document that is filed in a court of law seeking monetary damages for an unpaid debt. It is used to initiate a lawsuit against an individual or business for the recovery of a debt such as unpaid credit card bills, medical bills, loans, or other contractual obligations. The complaint outlines the amount owed, the date it was due, and the specific debt that is being sought. Depending on the court, the complaint may also include a request for interest, costs, and/or attorney fees. The two primary types of Alaska Complaints to Collect a Debt are 1) Civil Complaint and 2) Small Claims Complaint. Civil Complaints are used to seek monetary damages in excess of $10,000 and are usually heard in the Superior Court. Small Claims Complaints are used to seek monetary damages in amounts of $10,000 or less and are usually heard in the District Court. Both types of complaints must be filed with the court, and a hearing will be held in order for the court to decide whether the debt is owed.