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If you are a party to a small claims action or proceeding, take the time to read this guide in its entirety. If you fail to comply with the rules, the process may be delayed, your claim or defence may be weakened, and you may be liable to pay costs and penalties to the other party. Reading this guide will help you be more prepared and minimize confusion. | If you are a party to a small claims action or proceeding, take the time to read this guide in its entirety. If you fail to comply with the rules, the process may be delayed, your claim or defence may be weakened, and you may be liable to pay costs and penalties to the other party. Reading this guide will help you be more prepared and minimize confusion. | ||
This guide is meant to explain the general Small Claims Court process; it is not legal advice. Read the guide along with the Small Claims Court Rules and the Civil Resolution Tribunal Rules and obtain legal advice where necessary | This guide is meant to explain the general Small Claims Court process; it is not legal advice. Read the guide along with the Small Claims Court Rules and the Civil Resolution Tribunal Rules and obtain legal advice where necessary. | ||
Directions for in-person proceedings and filings for small claims court (i.e., claims above $5,000) were significantly affected by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic; however, many of the restrictions have since been removed. Consult the Provincial Court of BC website for up-to-date COVID-19 related notices, directions, and information. As of the time of writing, the following protocols apply to appearances: | Directions for in-person proceedings and filings for small claims court (i.e., claims above $5,000) were significantly affected by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic; however, many of the restrictions have since been removed. Consult the Provincial Court of BC website for up-to-date COVID-19 related notices, directions, and information. As of the time of writing, the following protocols apply to appearances: | ||