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Small Claims Fee Limit in Nebraska

The maximum amount a person can claim in Nebraska small claims court is $7,500. This limit is set by Neb. Rev. Stat. § 25-2802, which defines the jurisdictional amount for the Small Claims Court. Any claim seeking a judgment for more than this figure must be filed in a different trial court. The statute provides the exclusive rule for determining whether a dispute qualifies for small claims jurisdiction. The worked example below demonstrates how this single figure applies in practice. To estimate whether a specific claim falls within this limit, use the DocketMath calculator, which applies the statute directly. The official source contains the exact statutory language and any exceptions.

Governing authority

In Nebraska, the small claims fee limit rule is set by Neb. Rev. Stat. § 25-2802 (Small Claims Court — Jurisdictional Amount). The verified packet cites Neb. Rev. Stat. § 25-2802 (Small Claims Court — Jurisdictional Amount) (https://nebraskalegislature.gov/laws/statutes.php?statute=25-2802).

Nebraska small claims fee limit: the verified value is $7,500 under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 25-2802 (Small Claims Court — Jurisdictional Amount). The verified packet cites Neb. Rev. Stat. § 25-2802 (Small Claims Court — Jurisdictional Amount) (https://nebraskalegislature.gov/laws/statutes.php?statute=25-2802).

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.