How do I file a claim in small claims court?

Filing a claim in Idaho’s small claims court is simple. First, you’ll need to research the applicable court rules in your district. These rules will inform you of the amount of money you can seek in the claim, what forms you’ll need to file, and the court fees associated with filing. Once you have the forms and have filled them out, you’ll need to file them at your local district court. You may have to pay a filing fee at this point. Once the forms are filed, you’ll receive a court date, which will be set at least one month after the filing date. At the court hearing, you’ll present the facts and evidence supporting your claim to the judge. You may also bring witnesses to the court hearing, who can give testimony supporting your case. The defendant in the case will have the chance to present evidence and testimony that defends against your claim. The judge will decide the outcome of the case and will award damages or dismiss the case after the hearing. If the judge decides you are owed a certain amount of money, you’ll need to file a judgment with the court clerk within 10 days. After this is done, you can begin the process of collecting the judgment from the defendant.

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