The small claims limit in Florida
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 | $8,000 | Fla. Sm. Cl. R. 7.010(b) |
| A business | $8,000 | Fla. Sm. Cl. R. 7.010(b) |
| A public agency | $8,000 | Fla. Sm. Cl. R. 7.010(b) |
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Common questions
- How much can you claim in small claims court in Florida?
- An individual can claim up to $8,000. A business can claim up to $8,000. A public agency can claim up to $8,000. That comes from Fla. Sm. Cl. R. 7.010(b).
- Which court handles small claims in Florida?
- County Court, Small Claims. The county court in the county where the other side lives or where the dispute happened.
- How long do you have to bring a small claims claim in Florida?
- The shortest window is 2 years, counted from the day the damage happened, under Fla. Stat. §95.11. 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 Florida'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 2026-07-01.
- Fla. Sm. Cl. R. 7.010(b) · effective 2026-07-01 · Small claims court in Florida hears money claims of up to $8,000, not counting costs, interest, and fees.
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