The small claims limit in Arizona
The limit is the most the court can award on one claim. It depends on who is claiming, and in some states on which court hears it.
| Claiming as | Most you can claim | Rule |
|---|---|---|
| An individual | $5,000 | A.R.S. §22-503(A) |
| A business | $5,000 | A.R.S. §22-503(A) |
| A public agency | $5,000 | A.R.S. §22-503(A) |
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Common questions
- How much can you claim in small claims court in Arizona?
- An individual can claim up to $5,000. A business can claim up to $5,000. A public agency can claim up to $5,000. That comes from A.R.S. §22-503(A).
- Which court handles small claims in Arizona?
- Justice Court, Small Claims Division. The small claims division of the justice court for the precinct where the other side lives or where the dispute happened.
- How long do you have to bring a small claims claim in Arizona?
- The shortest window is 2 years, counted from the day the damage happened, under A.R.S. §12-542(3). Other kinds of claim run longer; the time-limit page lists each one.
Verify with your court
Numbers change, and a court can post its own variation. Open Arizona's small claims page and confirm anything you are about to rely on.
Open the court's small claims pageVerified on 2026-09-05, sources:
Verified on 2026-09-05, sources: Rules effective from 2025-09-26.
- A.R.S. §22-503(A) · effective 2025-09-26 · The small claims division of the justice court hears money claims of up to $5,000, not counting interest and costs.
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