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MN HF3652

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/15/2010

Primary Sponsor

Bobby Champion

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Origin

House of Representatives

86th Legislature 2009-2010

AI Summary

  • Increases conciliation court jurisdiction limit from $7,500 to $15,000, or from $4,000 to $7,500 for consumer credit transaction claims.

  • Defines "consumer credit transaction" as a sale of personal property or loan for personal property where credit is granted by a regular seller or lender to a natural person for personal, family, or household purposes.

  • Modifies summons service requirements, requiring certified mail service when the claim amount exceeds $2,500, with personal service as an alternative option.

  • Allows subpoenas for nonparty witnesses and document production to be served anywhere within the state.

  • Effective July 1, 2010, applying to all claims filed on or after that date.

Legislative Description

Civil claims limit increased.

Last Action

House: Introduction and first reading, referred to Civil Justice

3/15/2010

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