Small claims court: jurisdiction.
Consumers may find it easier to resolve disputes related to larger purchases in small claims court.
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AB 771 — Small claims court: jurisdiction.
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1Introduced
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2In Committee
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3Passed Assembly
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4Passed Senate
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5To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill died with 1997-1998 Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.
In plain language
This bill changes the jurisdictional limits for small claims court.
The bill modifies the monetary limits for claims in small claims court. It aims to adjust the jurisdiction to address modern economic circumstances.
What this means for you
- Workers: This means workers can potentially bring larger claims to small claims court without needing to hire a lawyer.
- Consumers: Consumers may find it easier to resolve disputes related to larger purchases in small claims court.
Bill Text
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- Chaptered 08/04/98 - Chaptered Current pdf August 04, 1998
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Sponsors
- Margett · Cosponsor
Sponsorship breakdown
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Sponsors (0)
None.
Co-sponsors (1)
- Margett
Not signed on (121)
121 members have not signed on to this bill.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who sponsors AB 771?
- AB 771 is sponsored by Margett.
- What is the current status of AB 771?
- This bill died with 1997-1998 Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
- Where can I track AB 771?
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