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111 E. 11th Street, 1st level & basement, Lawrence, KS 66044
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(785) 832-5256	(785) 832-5174
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Small Claims

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This page contains information on small claims in Douglas County, Kansas.

About the Process

In many situations, you can file a Small Claims lawsuit against an individual or a business if you are not seeking damages of more than $4,000 and if you want to work without an attorney. Small claims cases are filed in the Clerk of the District Court's Office, using forms available in the lobby. An instruction booklet, which details filing and post-judgment procedures, can be obtained in the Clerk's office or online at ' Small Claims Procedure' (PDF format).

The filing fee depends on the amount of damages for which you are suing. For damages up to $500, the filing fee is $49. For damages of $500.01-$4000, the filing fee is $69. Following are links to documents pertaining to Small Claims:

Forms & Documents

Small Claims Petition (PDF format)
Small Claims Procedure (PDF format)
Small Claims Request for Garnishment (PDF format)
Small Claims Satisfaction of Judgment (PDF format)