Civil Division


The Court also has jurisdiction in civil cases where the amount claimed does not exceed Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($15,000.00), exclusive of interest and costs. The small claims division has a monetary limit not to exceed Three thousand Dollars ($3,000.00), exclusive of interest and costs.

To have appropriate jurisdiction you must be able to answer yes to ONE of the following statements:

  • A defendant resides in Huron County, but not Lyme or Sherman Townships.
  • A defendant has his principal place of business in Huron County, but not Lyme or Sherman Townships.
  • The activity which gives rise to the claim occurred in Huron County, but not Lyme or Sherman Townships.
  • The property, which is the subject of this action, is in Huron County, but not Lyme or Sherman Townships.