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Small Claims Affidavit and Notice of Hearing

Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective June 1, 2026

This form is used to start a small claims case and asks the plaintiff to provide details about the dispute, the parties involved, and the amount of money being claimed. It also includes a notice for the defendant about the required court hearing.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 600.8401 et seq., MCR 4.302, MCR 4.303

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Where this fits in a case

Hearing

Stage: Hearing

This form is used by a person starting a small claims case to file with the court. The court will set the date and time for a hearing, and the defendant will receive a separate Notice of Hearing.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Common questions

Who fills out the Small Claims Affidavit?
The plaintiff, which is the party starting the case, completes this form. The plaintiff must sign it in front of a notary or deputy clerk. Great care must be taken to fill out all sections accurately.
What does the defendant need to know?
The defendant must appear at a court hearing, and they should have received a Small Claims Notice of Hearing. If the defendant misses the hearing, a default judgment might be entered against them.
Can I hire a lawyer for a small claims case?
The form notes that if the case is heard in the small claims division, the parties may not be represented by an attorney at any stage of the case.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect June 1, 2026.

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