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ID S1330
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Judiciary and Rules Committee
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AI Summary
- Increases the small claims court jurisdiction limit from $5,000 to $15,000 for money recovery cases
- Raises the personal property recovery limit from $5,000 to $15,000 in small claims department
- Small claims department remains prohibited from awarding punitive damages or pain and suffering damages
- Declared an emergency measure, effective July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the scope of a claim and attorney's fees.
SMALL CLAIMS DEPARTMENT OF THE MAGISTRATE DIVISION
Last Action
Read first time as amended, filed for Second Reading
3/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary and Rules2/19/2026
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