New Jersey Small Claims FormsDC-6 Complaint & Required Documents
Master the forms needed for New Jersey small claims court. From the DC-6 Complaint to supporting documents, we guide you through each requirement.
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DC-6 Complaint Form: The Main Document
Small Claims Complaint (DC-6)
Primary form for filing your case
Form Sections:
Part 1: Case Information
- • County and docket number (clerk fills)
- • Case caption
- • Filing date
Part 2: Plaintiff Information
- • Your full legal name
- • Complete address
- • Phone number
Part 3: Defendant Information
- • Defendant's full legal name
- • Service address
- • Business name if applicable
Part 4: Claim Details
- • Statement of facts
- • Amount sought
- • Basis for claim
Verification of Complaint
Part of the DC-6 form where you swear the information is true
- • Sign under penalty of perjury
- • Date your signature
- • Print your name clearly
- • No notarization required
Summons Section
Official notice to defendant included in DC-6
- • Court fills this section
- • States 35-day response time
- • Includes court contact info
- • Legal consequences warning
Complete Document Checklist
Required & Supporting Documents
Required Documents
- DC-6 Complaint Form
Fully completed and signed
- Filing Fee
$54-79 based on claim amount
Supporting Evidence (Bring to Hearing)
Contracts & Agreements
- • Written contracts
- • Lease agreements
- • Purchase orders
- • Service agreements
Financial Records
- • Receipts and invoices
- • Canceled checks
- • Bank statements
- • Payment records
Communications
- • Email exchanges
- • Text messages
- • Written correspondence
- • Demand letters
Visual Evidence
- • Photographs
- • Videos
- • Diagrams
- • Damage documentation
Common Form Mistakes to Avoid
Filing Errors
- ❌ Using nicknames instead of legal names
- ❌ Incorrect or incomplete addresses
- ❌ Math errors in damage calculations
- ❌ Missing signature or date
- ❌ Filing in wrong county
Content Mistakes
- ❌ Vague claim descriptions
- ❌ Claiming more than $5,000
- ❌ Including non-recoverable damages
- ❌ Emotional arguments vs. facts
- ❌ Missing key dates
Best Practices
- ✓ Use full legal names for all parties
- ✓ Double-check all addresses
- ✓ Calculate damages precisely
- ✓ Include specific dates and amounts
- ✓ Keep descriptions factual and brief
Evidence Tips
- ✓ Organize documents chronologically
- ✓ Label all evidence clearly
- ✓ Create an evidence list/index
- ✓ Highlight key information
- ✓ Prepare witness contact info
Additional Forms You May Need
Application for Default Judgment
If defendant doesn't respond within 35 days
Motion for Service by Publication
When you cannot locate the defendant
Request for Adjournment
To postpone your hearing date
Satisfaction of Judgment
When the judgment is paid in full
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Frequently asked questions
What is the main form for NJ small claims court?
The DC-6 Complaint form is the primary document needed to file a small claims case in New Jersey's Special Civil Part. This form includes the complaint, verification, and summons.
What documents do I need for NJ small claims?
You need the DC-6 Complaint form, supporting evidence (contracts, receipts, photos), proof of damages, and defendant's information. Additional forms may be required for specific case types.
Where can I get NJ small claims forms?
Forms are available at any Special Civil Part office in New Jersey's 21 county courts, online at njcourts.gov, or through professional filing services like PettyLawsuit.