Cases for $7,500 or Less
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Small Claims
- Lawsuits seeking $7,500 or Less
Guide & Instructions
- Guide to Small Claims [JDF 248 (PDF)](https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/media/11429) [JDF 248 (PDF En Español)](https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/media/11430)
Form
- Small Claims Notice and Summons This form starts the case and contains a section for a response. [JDF 250 (PDF)](https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/media/11266) [JDF 250 (PDF En Español)](https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/media/11267)
Collecting Judgment
- [Collecting a Judgment](https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/topic/128)
- [Extending the Expiration Date of a Judgment](https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/topic/129)
- [File an Out-of-State Judgment in Colorado](https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/topic/130)
- [Instructions to File for Contempt of Court: JDF 122 (PDF)](https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/media/3579)
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