Delaware Small Claims Court Limit
Justice of the Peace Court
Injury: 2 years
Delaware ties with Tennessee for the highest small claims limit in the country at $25,000 — more than double the national average. This makes it one of the most powerful small claims systems available.
About Delaware Small Claims Court
Delaware's Justice of the Peace Court handles small claims up to $25,000, tied for the highest limit in the nation. Attorneys are allowed, and given the claim amounts at stake, hiring one may be worthwhile for larger cases. Delaware's statute of limitations for contracts is 3 years — shorter than many states — so prompt filing is important. Filing fees are modest ($35–$45). The court has broad reach for resolving significant civil disputes without full civil court litigation.
Source: Del. Code Ann. tit. 10, § 9301. Official court website →
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File in Texas →How Delaware 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 |