Missouri Small Claims Court Limit
Associate Circuit Court (Small Claims)
Injury: 5 years
Missouri has a 5-year statute of limitations for personal injury — among the longest in the country. Written contracts enjoy a 10-year window, nearly matching Iowa's national-high mark.
About Missouri Small Claims Court
Missouri small claims are filed in Associate Circuit Court and cover disputes up to $5,000. Attorneys are permitted. Missouri's statute of limitations stands out: 10 years for written contracts and 5 years for personal injury — both exceptionally long. Filing fees vary by county. Cases are decided by a judge, and losing parties may appeal to the Circuit Court. Wage garnishment and property liens are available to collect judgments.
Source: Mo. Rev. Stat. § 482.300. Official court website →
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File in Texas →How Missouri 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 |