small claims court

GPTKB entity

Statements (23)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:judge
gptkbp:appealsTo limited or restricted
gptkbp:common_cases property damage
landlord-tenant disputes
breach of contract
unpaid debts
gptkbp:evidence_rules less formal
gptkbp:existsIn gptkb:Australia
gptkb:Canada
gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:fareControl lower than regular courts
gptkbp:filing_process simplified
gptkbp:focus speedy resolution
gptkbp:handles minor civil disputes
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label small claims court
gptkbp:judge presides without jury
gptkbp:jurisdiction limited monetary value cases
gptkbp:legal_representation often not required
gptkbp:maximum_claim_amount varies by jurisdiction
gptkbp:purpose provide accessible legal resolution
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Stanley_Mosk_Courthouse
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7