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Santa Barbara Superior Court · Civil

Verified current as of September 10, 2026

The SC-100 form is used to start a small claims court case when someone wants to sue another person or business for money damages, typically for amounts under $10,000. Someone would need this form if they have a dispute over money—such as unpaid debts, damaged property, or breach of contract—and want to resolve it quickly and inexpensively without hiring a lawyer.