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Indiana's small claims courts handle disputes up to $10,000. File in your township court and get a resolution within weeks.
Indiana Small Claims — At a Glance
Key limits, fees, and rules you need to know before filing.
How to File a Small Claims Case in Indiana
Follow these steps carefully to ensure your claim is processed correctly.
Identify the Right Court
In Marion County, file with the Small Claims Court. In other counties, file with the Township Small Claims Court or Circuit/Superior Court.
Complete the Notice of Claim Form
Fill out the Notice of Claim form. Include defendant's name, address, and a description of your claim.
File and Pay the Fee
File at the appropriate court. Fees typically range from $35 to $100.
Defendant Is Served
The court mails notice to the defendant. If mail fails, personal service by sheriff is required.
Prepare Your Evidence
Gather all supporting documents: contracts, receipts, photos, emails, and witness information.
Attend the Hearing
Both parties present their case to the judge. Indiana small claims hearings are informal and typically resolved the same day.
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A History of Small Claims in Indiana
Indiana's small claims court history is unique due to the state's township government structure, one of the few remaining in the Midwest. Township Trustees' Courts originally heard minor civil matters in the 19th century.
Indiana formalized its small claims rules in the 20th century, and the Indiana Supreme Court has issued Small Claims Rules governing procedures statewide. Marion County created dedicated Small Claims Courts in the 1970s to handle the volume of urban disputes in Indianapolis.
Indiana raised its small claims limit to $10,000 in the 2010s. The Indiana Office of Court Services continues to provide resources to help self-represented litigants navigate the process.
Overview
Indiana has a unique small claims structure — in Marion County (Indianapolis), dedicated Small Claims Courts handle disputes. Elsewhere in the state, Township Small Claims Courts and Circuit/Superior Courts handle small claims up to $10,000.
Court
Marion County Small Claims Court / Township Small Claims Court
Indiana Small Claims Courts
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Carroll County Circuit Court (Delphi)
Howard County Superior Court (Kokomo)
Jennings County Circuit Court (Vernon)
Noble County Circuit Court (Albion)
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