Bill > A07734

This bill amends the Uniform Justice Court Act to increase the jurisdictional limit for justice courts from $3,000 to $5,000 across several key provisions. Specifically, the bill raises the monetary threshold for civil actions, money recovery cases, and small claims proceedings from $3,000 to $5,000, which means justice courts can now hear and decide cases involving monetary claims up to $5,000. Additionally, the bill increases filing fees for small claims: for claims of $1,000 or less, the filing fee increases from $10 to $15, and for claims over $1,000, the filing fee increases from $15 to $20. The changes aim to expand the scope of justice court jurisdiction and adjust filing fees to reflect current economic conditions. The bill will take effect on the first day of January following its passage and will apply to all actions or proceedings filed on or after that date, ensuring a clear implementation timeline for courts and potential plaintiffs.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7734