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Colorado Small Claims Courts<\/h1>\n
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\n By Samuel Strom, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Melissa Bender, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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In Colorado, people or businesses can sue other people or companies for up to $7,500.00 in small claims court. The Colorado County Court Civil Division processes small claims. A single plaintiff cannot file more than two claims per month or more than 18 small claims per year.<\/p>\r\n

Small claims courts are designed to resolve minor civil suits quickly and efficiently. Small claims cases typically resolve much faster than civil court cases. Parties to a Colorado small claims case may hire an attorney, but they do not need to hire representation.<\/p>\r\n

This article summarizes Colorado’s small court claims rules and procedures. For more specific information, consider reviewing the following information:<\/p>\r\n