Conciliation Court

Conciliation Court Definitions

Continuance
The postponement of a court trial or hearing to a later date.

Counterclaim
A separate claim made against the plaintiff by the defendant.

Default
Failure to appear in court.

Defendant
The party who is being sued.

Demand for Removal
A request to move a case to district court.

Judgment
The final decision made by the court.

Judgment Debtor
The party who loses the case and owes money to the other party.

Plaintiff
The party who is suing; the party seeking damages.

Stay Period
A halt in the proceedings during which no action can be taken.

Subpoena
A court order requiring that a witness appear in court, or requiring that documents be brought to court.

Writ of Execution
A court order authorizing a sheriff to seize property of the defendant.

 

Conciliation Court Listings

Sample Legal Forms

You can obtain legal forms for conciliation court by calling or visiting the courthouse where you intend to file your claim. Forms are also available online at www.mncourts.gov/forms.

When you fill out the form, remember to state the correct name and address of the plaintiff(s), the correct name and address of the defendant(s), and the exact amount you are seeking. Describe the incident and a basis for the estimated loss. Include the last day you were billed and indicate the type of goods/services involved. If you are filing for an auto accident, indicate the year and make of the vehicle and the location and date of the accident. Limit your statement to the area provided for on the form. Sign the form under penalty of perjury.

Remember, the defendant and court should each receive copies of your completed Statement of Claim and Summons form.

Other legal forms, for things such as removing your case or expunging a ruling, are available by contacting the county court you wish to file a claim in or online at www.mncourts.gov/forms.

The forms included in this section are the following:

Statement of Claim and Summons

Affidavit of Service Form 508.1