Motions

How do you bring a motion in Small Claims Court?

To ask a judge to make an order/decision about your case, you must make a motion.

Steps required to making a motion:

1.Fill out a Notice of Motion and Supporting Affidavit form.

2.Explain what you want and why including the facts supporting your motion.

3.Once a hearing date is obtained for the motion from the court make sure to write this date on the Notice of Motion and Supporting Affidavit form.

4.Serve the Notice of Motion and Supporting Affidavit on the other parties. This must be done at least seven days before the court date for the motion.

5.Bring to the court the completed Notice of Motion and Supporting Affidavit and an Affidavit of Service at least three days before the court date for the motion.

6.Pay the court filing fee for the motion. Read the Guide to Fee Schedules for information regarding fees.

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