New Jersey Small Claims Court Limit
Small Claims Section, Special Civil Part (Superior Court)
Injury: 2 years
New Jersey's small claims limit extends to $20,000 for security deposit disputes — giving tenants access to small claims court for larger landlord-tenant cases without going to full civil court.
About New Jersey Small Claims Court
New Jersey small claims are filed in the Special Civil Part of the Superior Court and cover disputes up to $5,000, with a $20,000 exception for security deposit claims. Attorneys are allowed. New Jersey's 6-year statute of limitations for contracts is generous. The $35 flat filing fee is affordable. Cases are decided by a judge. Losing parties may appeal. The $20,000 security deposit exception makes New Jersey one of the most tenant-friendly small claims systems in the country.
Source: N.J. Court R. 6:1-2. Official court website →
Texas Plaintiff? Flash Justice Covers Texas.
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 New Jersey 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 |