Arkansas Small Claims Court Limit
Small Claims Court (District Court)
Injury: 3 years
Arkansas allows attorneys in small claims. Corporations must be represented by an officer or attorney, not a non-attorney agent.
About Arkansas Small Claims Court
Small claims in Arkansas are filed in the District Court and cover disputes up to $5,000. Attorneys are permitted, though most plaintiffs represent themselves. Arkansas has a 5-year statute of limitations for written contracts and 3 years for oral contracts, giving plaintiffs reasonable time to file. Filing fees vary by county, so check with your local court clerk. If you win a judgment, Arkansas allows garnishment of wages and bank accounts.
Source: Ark. Code Ann. § 16-17-704. Official court website →
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Flash Justice currently helps people file in Texas Justice Court, which handles claims up to $20,000. If your dispute is in Texas, Flash Justice can prepare your filing.
File in Texas →How Arkansas Compares
| State | Limit | Court |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $25,000 | Justice of the Peace Court |
| Tennessee | $25,000 | General Sessions Court |
| Minnesota | $20,000 | Conciliation Court |
| Texas | $20,000 | Justice of the Peace Court |
| Utah | $20,000 | Small Claims Court |
| Georgia | $15,000 | Magistrate Court |
| North Dakota | $15,000 | Small Claims Court |
| California | $12,500 | Small Claims Court |
| Pennsylvania | $12,000 | Magisterial District Court |
| South Dakota | $12,000 | Small Claims Court |