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For example, to increase text size using:. Common browsers are included in this page; mention of a specific browser does not imply endorsement or recommendation. Unlock the key to NYC. Text Size. Search Search. Sign In Sign Up. Search NYC Related links. Need something else? Staten Island. Online Dispute Resolution. Judgment Collection and Orders of Seizure. Court Holidays. A claimant must begin the lawsuit in the proper county. In general, a claimant can sue in the county where either party resides.
If no party resides within the City, the action can be brought in the county where either party has employment or a business address. If the defendant does not have a residence, employment, or have a business address within the City of New York, you cannot bring the lawsuit in the Small Claims Court.
To find the location in your county, click on Locations. Starting the Case. You may also use an outside service to fill out your statement of claim and electronically file it with the Court. If you are interested in starting your case this way, click on electronic filing. The person filling out the statement of claim must be able to explain the reason for the lawsuit, know the amount of the claim, and have the correct name and address, including zip code, of the person or business that is being sued.
View and print the small claims claim form. You will have to pay the court fee to file your claim. The fee must be paid by cash, certified check, money order or bank check made out to "Clerk of the Civil Court. The clerk will give you a date for the hearing. Small Claims Court hearings are usually held at p. If you are a senior citizen, a disabled person, or a person who works during the evening, you may request that your small claims hearing be heard during the day. You or the person appearing on your behalf must show proof of age, or disability, or nighttime employment.
If you live outside the City of New York and want to sue a party within the City of New York, you may file your claim by mail.
The court system does not provide electronic filing at this time. However, several private vendors provide this service.
The service provided by each of the vendors is different, and you must review their requirements. We advise that you review this entire website, as it offers a lot of information on how to proceed with your case. Notifying the Defendant. Corporations, partnerships, associations, or assignees cannot sue in Small Claims Court. If you are the person starting the case, you are the claimant.
The person you are suing is the defendant. In general, you can sue in the county that you or the defendant live in. If you or the defendant do not live in NYC, you can sue in the county where you or the defendant work or have a business address.
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