Defendant's Claim and ORDER to Go to Small Claims Court (SC-120)
Los Angeles Superior Court · Small Claims
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Last updated June 26, 2026
The SC-120 form is used by a defendant (the person being sued) to file their own claim against the plaintiff (the person who sued them) in small claims court, rather than just defending against the original lawsuit. A defendant would need this form if they want to countersue for money owed to them in a case involving amounts up to $10,000 or $5,000 depending on the circumstances.
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