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1. What is Small Claims Court?

The Small Claims Court Division is a part of the Bossier City Court established pursuant to Louisiana Revised Statutes 13:5200-5212. You may sue to resolve minor civil disputes and to recover claims of up to $5,000. A claim, generally speaking, asserts a legal right you may have. For more information visit the Small Claims Court page.

2. What kind of suits may be filed in the Small Claims Court?

You may sue if you believe someone owes you money. For example, you may sue if:
- Someone fails to return a deposit to you.
- Products that you purchased are defective and the seller refuses to repair, refund or replace.
- You suffer loss or injury as a result of the negligence or intentional misconduct of another.
- Your employer fails to pay wages, salaries or commissions you are due.
- You seek possession of personal property you are due (but not real estate).

The following types of cases may not be instituted in the Small Claims Court:
- Suits involving annulment, separation, divorce, alimony, separation of property, temporary restraining order or injunction, succession, interdiction, receivership, liquidation, habeas corpus, or the title to real estate.
- Suits against a state agency, parish, municipality or other political subdivision.
- Suits against a public official performing official duties.

3. How do I sue in Small Claims Court?

Come to the Bossier city Court which is located at 620 Benton Road, Bossier City, Louisiana, in the Bossier City Municipal Complex between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. The court cost deposit for filing a Small Claim action is $65 for each defendant (person being sued); $20 for each additional defendant. Please be advised that these court cost are non refundable. Please remember, the clerks are not allowed to give legal advice; therefore, you may wish to consult with an attorney before you file your claim.

4. How do I file my claim in Small Claims Court?

The clerk will give you the form, Statement of Claim and Citation. Be prepared to fill this form out completely be either printing or typing the information. View additional details by viewing the Filing Claims in Small Claims Court page.