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For the statutes governing small claims actions, see Chapter 799 of the Wisconsin Statutes. To understand more about small claims matters we recommend you read the Basic Guide to Wisconsin Small Claims Actions. You are not required to have a lawyer however you should consider seeking legal assistance. There are specific and complicated rules that must be followed in small claims.
The self-help law center forms assistant is also available to walk you through completing forms and filing a new case.
Letter of Appearance - cannot be used for eviction return dates
Itemization of Back Rent and Damages
Small Claims return dates are usually held the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. at the Ozaukee County Justice Center, Room 231, 1201 S Spring Street, Port Washington, WI 53074.
NOTE: Per Wis Stat 799.05(3)(b) the return date CANNOT be more than 30 days from the summons issued date.
2023 Small Claims Return Dates | |
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January 4 | January 18 |
February 1 | February 15 |
February 28 | March 15 |
April 5 | April 19 |
May 3 | May 17 |
June 7 | June 21 |
July 5 | July 19 |
August 2 | August 16 |
September 6th | September 20th |
October 4th | October 18th |
November 1st | November 15th |
December 6th | December 20th |
Motion Hearings and Contempt Hearings are also usually heard on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month at 2:00 p.m.