How to file small claims in Fresno Superior Court?

A filing fee must be paid for each claim that is filed. Those who believe they are unable to pay the filing fee may request a fee waiver. File the original claim and one copy with the Clerk’s Office. *Claim is a five-page document. Make two copies of your claim for each named defendant.

Where does the claim occur in Fresno County?

Information on this page tells you about: The dispute occurred in Fresno County. The injury occurred in Fresno County. The person being sued lives in Fresno County. The firm being sued does business in Fresno County. A filing fee must be paid for each claim that is filed.

What happens when you win a small claims case?

When you win your case in small claims court, the judge will issue a judgment against the other party for payment to you and for court costs. Now you must collect on that judgment, and it’s not as easy as it sounds. The losing party will likely be reluctant to pay, but you do have some options…

Who is the temporary judge in Fresno Superior Court?

A temporary judge is an attorney who sits by assignment of the Fresno Superior Court, has been an attorney for at least five years, and has attended a small claims judicial officer training course. Any judgment issued by the temporary judge is the same as a judgment issued by a judge.

Where to file small claims in Fresno County?

A Small Claims case may be filed at any Fresno County Superior Court location if any of the following applies: The dispute occurred in Fresno County. The injury occurred in Fresno County. The person being sued lives in Fresno County.

A temporary judge is an attorney who sits by assignment of the Fresno Superior Court, has been an attorney for at least five years, and has attended a small claims judicial officer training course. Any judgment issued by the temporary judge is the same as a judgment issued by a judge.

Can a case be filed in Small Claims Court?

Only cases for money for actual damages can be filed in Small Claims court. For a helpful tutorial video regarding Small Claims court, click here. Information on this page tells you about: The dispute occurred in Fresno County. The injury occurred in Fresno County. The person being sued lives in Fresno County.

When to file appeal in Fresno Superior Court?

The appeal must be filed in the clerk’s office within 30 days after the court’s denial of the motion to vacate judgment was mailed. There is a filing free for an appeal.