West Virginia Small Claims Court Limit
Magistrate Court
Injury: 2 years
West Virginia's Magistrate Court covers disputes up to $10,000. West Virginia has a 10-year statute of limitations for written contracts — one of the longest in the nation, matching Iowa and Missouri.
About West Virginia Small Claims Court
West Virginia small claims are heard in Magistrate Court and cover disputes up to $10,000. Attorneys are permitted. West Virginia has a 10-year statute of limitations for written contracts — matching the longest in the country. Personal injury claims must be filed within 2 years. Filing fees range from $50 to $70. Cases are decided by magistrates, who are elected officials. Losing parties may appeal to the Circuit Court.
Source: W. Va. Code § 50-2-1. Official court website →
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File in Texas →How West Virginia 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 |