Oregon Small Claims Court Limit
Small Claims Department (Circuit Court or Justice Court)
Injury: 2 years
Oregon prohibits attorneys from appearing in small claims court, and uniquely, the losing party can request a 'de novo' trial in Circuit Court — essentially getting a brand new hearing before a judge with full rules.
About Oregon Small Claims Court
Oregon small claims are filed in the Circuit Court or Justice Court and cover disputes up to $10,000. Attorneys are not permitted at small claims hearings. Oregon has a 6-year statute of limitations for both written and oral contracts. A notable feature: either party can request a de novo (completely new) trial in Circuit Court if they disagree with the small claims outcome. Filing fees vary by court and amount. Cases are typically scheduled within 30–60 days.
Source: Or. Rev. Stat. § 46.405. 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 Oregon 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 |