File Small Claims Court Mississippi
In Mississippi, Small Claims cases are heard in Justice Court. Statues: Mississippi Code Annotated Title 9, Ch. 11, Sections 9-27, Title 11, Ch. 9, Article 3, Sections 101-147, Title 11, Ch. 51, Section 85. Dollar Limit: $3,500. Where To Sue: Where defendant resides or where breach/injury occurred; if defendant is nonresident, where breach/injury occurred.
The mission of the Justice Court Clerk's office is to effectively. Small Claims Filing Fees. 99-15-51 of the Mississippi Code as amended in 1988 does.
Service: By sheriff, deputy sheriff, or constable; in 'emergency' situation, if none of these available, clerk may appoint reputable person to serve process. Hearing Date: Set by court. Attorneys: Allowed. Transfer: No provision.
Appeals: By either side for new trial; to Circuit Court within 10 days. Special Provisions: Jury trial available. Replevin is allowed. Some help to collect judgments is available. Note: This section outlines the special rules that apply to the small claims courts of all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Filing fees are not listed because they vary greatly and change frequently.
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