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Maine Small Claims Courts<\/h1>\n
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Maine’s small claims courts can hear civil disputes where the amount in controversy does not exceed $6,000.00. Your local district court has all the forms you need to file or respond to a small claims action. These forms are also available on the Maine Judicial Branch’s website.<\/p>\r\n

The small claims court exists to quickly and inexpensively resolve minor civil disputes. Small claims courts have limited jurisdiction<\/a>. Thus, these courts may only hear specific civil claims. The following links provide additional information regarding Maine’s small claims court rules and processes:<\/p>\r\n