Bill > S02092

This bill amends the Uniform Justice Court Act to increase the monetary jurisdiction of justice courts from $3,000 to $15,000. Specifically, it raises the maximum amount that can be sought in actions for the recovery of money or chattels, counterclaims, and the joinder of causes of action in a complaint. Additionally, the bill redefines "small claims" as claims for money not exceeding $15,000, rather than the previous $3,000 limit. The bill aims to expand the reach and authority of justice courts in handling a wider range of civil disputes within the $15,000 threshold.