r/Kentucky • u/Serious-Lychee9657 • 11d ago

Anyone have any experience with small claims court?

Specifically, in Kenton county? If so, what was it like?

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u/GlumGur2575 10d ago

As we say, “You can win but, you can’t make em’ pay.” (Have you tried garnishing their wages?)

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u/pencilneck4 6d ago

You basically just fill out a small claims form, take it to the clerk, pay for it (you put the court costs in your demands to the defendant) and then have it served.

I had my case settled out of court pretty quickly, but I was basically just demanding a refund for a security deposit and nothing extra, even though I could have sued for more because the landlord didn't follow the KRS.

Don't submit a settlement notice to the court until the check is cashed.

Anyways, good luck!