This bill proposes to amend the jurisdictional limit for the small claims division of the justice court. Under current law, the jurisdictional limit is set at $3,500, which would be increased to $5,000 if the bill becomes law. The specific language in the statute that currently states three thousand five hundred dollars will be replaced with $5,000 in two instances, thereby allowing for claims up to this new limit. Overall, the bill aims to facilitate the resolution of small claims by raising the maximum amount that can be claimed in the small claims division, which is intended to make the process more accessible for individuals seeking to resolve disputes without the need for formal court proceedings. The changes will take effect on the general effective date following the bill's passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 22-503
Senate Engrossed Version: 22-503
House Engrossed Version: 22-503
Chaptered Version: 22-503