Guides
How much you can claim in your state
Small claims limits vary by state. If your claim is larger, you can waive the excess and sue for the cap.
Alabama$6,000
Alaska$10,000
Arizona$3,500
Arkansas$5,000
California$12,500
Colorado$7,500
Connecticut$5,000
Delaware$15,000
District of Columbia$10,000
Florida$8,000
Georgia$15,000
Hawaii$5,000
Idaho$5,000
Illinois$10,000
Indiana$10,000
Iowa$6,500
Kansas$4,000
Kentucky$2,500
Louisiana$5,000
Maine$6,000
Maryland$5,000
Massachusetts$7,000
Michigan$6,500
Minnesota$15,000
Mississippi$3,500
Missouri$5,000
Montana$7,000
Nebraska$3,600
Nevada$10,000
New Hampshire$10,000
New Jersey$5,000
New Mexico$10,000
New York$10,000
North Carolina$10,000
North Dakota$15,000
Ohio$6,000
Oklahoma$10,000
Oregon$10,000
Pennsylvania$12,000
Rhode Island$5,000
South Carolina$7,500
South Dakota$12,000
Tennessee$25,000
Texas$20,000
Utah$11,500
Vermont$5,000
Virginia$5,000
Washington$10,000
West Virginia$10,000
Wisconsin$10,000
Wyoming$6,000
Reference figures, 2026. Limits and fees can change; confirm with your county court.
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