Small claims court allows you to sue a person, business, or government agency that you think owes you money. Generally, you can only sue for up to $10,000 in small claims court (or up to $5,000 if you’re a business) or more than $10,000 if you are suing a tenant for COVID-19 rental debt.

In certain instances the Fresno County Superior Court requires parties to delivery a courtesy copy of a electronically filed documents to the Judicial Officer. For more information visit the court’s e-filing web page.

In certain instances the Santa Clara Superior Court requires parties to delivery a courtesy copy of a electronically filed documents to the Judicial Officer. For more information visit the court’s e-filing local rule and / or frequently asked questions document.

In certain instances, nothing precludes a Judicial Officer from requesting a courtesy copy of a document electronically filed. For more information visit the court’s e-filing frequently asked questions document.