How much can I sue for in small claims court in Missouri?
Answered for: Missouri
When sitting as a small claims court, the judge shall have original jurisdiction of all civil cases, whether tort or contract, where the amount in controversy does not exceed five thousand dollars, exclusive of interest or costs, or as provided in this chapter.
Missouri caps a small claims suit at $5,000, Exclusive of interest or costs..
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