Small Claims Forms & Instructions

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Small Claims Forms & Instructions

You may download and print the below instruction sheets. If you have questions about the forms or are not sure which form is best suited to your issues, please contact the small claims advisor.

Start a Small Claims Case Instructions
California Courts Self-Help Guide & Forms for Small Claims
Start a Small Claims Case
Defendant's Claim Instructions
California Courts Self-Help Guide for Defendant's (Plaintiff's) Claim
Defendant's Claim