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Small Claims Fee Limit in Kentucky

Kentucky’s small claims division may not hear a case seeking more than $2,500 in damages, as set by Ky. Rev. Stat. § 24A.230. This monetary cap applies to the total amount of money a plaintiff demands in the claim, exclusive of court costs and interest. The statute establishes the jurisdictional limit for the Small Claims Division, meaning any dispute seeking a higher award must be filed in a different court level. The official statute provides the exact rule and any exceptions. A worked example below demonstrates how the cap applies to a sample claim. To estimate whether your own demand falls within this limit, use the calculator.

Governing authority

In Kentucky, the small claims fee limit rule is set by Ky. Rev. Stat. § 24A.230 (Small Claims Division — Jurisdiction & Authority). The verified packet cites Ky. Rev. Stat. § 24A.230 (Small Claims Division — Jurisdiction & Authority) (https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=39856).

Kentucky small claims fee limit: the verified value is $2,500 under Ky. Rev. Stat. § 24A.230 (Small Claims Division — Jurisdiction & Authority). The verified packet cites Ky. Rev. Stat. § 24A.230 (Small Claims Division — Jurisdiction & Authority) (https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=39856).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the small claims fee limit calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.