How do I file a motion to have a case heard in small claims court?

Filing a motion to have a case heard in Kansas’s Small Claims Court starts by filling out a Claim and Defendant Information Form. This form contains information such as the name and address of each party involved in the dispute and a brief explanation of the dispute. Once the form is completed, it must be filed with the court clerk. This form must also be served to the defendant, either by mail or in person. Once the form is filed, the clerk will issue a date for the hearing and issue a summons to both parties. The summons will include the date and time of the hearing, as well as instructions on how to file any paperwork in support of the claim. The defendant must respond to the summons within the allotted time frame given or risk a default judgment. The individual filing the motion is expected to make sure that any evidence or testimony to be presented is available for the court to review. This includes any documentation to support their claim, witnesses, and any other supporting evidence. At the hearing, the judge will listen to both parties and make a ruling. The ruling will either be in favor of the plaintiff or the defendant, and it may include an order for the losing party to pay damages or other costs.

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