What happens if I try to sue someone in small claims court and the defendant doesn't show up?

If the case has been dismissed, you have nothing to worry about. There are precious FEW appeals given credence in small claims court. She will have to show that the first judge was erroneous in his dismissal.

Ain't going to happen.

To sue for the statutory maximum in small claims court is thought to be a bright idea by plaintiff's in their belief they have nothing to lose by asking for the most they can. In reality many judges will penalize such greed by dismissing the whole case. When you went to court you should have countered sued your roommate for the things you can prove the roommate owes you (i.e.

Utilities and prove-able damages). The fact that you didn't is perfectly ok as you can file a suit for this stuff in the future. I would make a similar attempt to settle out of court because the loser will have to pay the court costs even though you will have to pay them initially.

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