Louisiana Small Claims Courts
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In Louisiana, the City Court hears small claims actions, as set out in R.S. 13.5201. Some eviction cases are heard in small claims court, if the rent at issue is sufficiently small. Amounts at issue are limited to $3,000 ($2,000 for movable property).
- Small Claims Division - Baton Rouge City Court [PDF] Covers filing a claim, preparing for court and more.
Last updated on 07/09/07
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