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  Fact Sheets
 
   Conciliation Court This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.
Fact Sheet C-1
By: Legal Aid Society of Minneapolis

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   If You Are Sued This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.
Fact Sheet C-2
By: Legal Aid Society of Minneapolis

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   A User's Guide to Small Claims Court This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)

By: Minnesota Attorney General's Office
  
   
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  Videos
 
   How to Handle a Conciliation Court Hearing: Video (Separate Website)
This video shows a mock conciliation (small claims) court hearing and touches on settlement, preparation, proof, courtroom protocol, and other issues.
By: Fourth Judicial District Court (Hennepin County) State of Minnesota

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  Other Helpful Resources
 
   Answer a "Summons and Complaint" - Debt Lawsuit Defense (Separate Website)
If you got a "Summons and Complaint" that says you are being sued over a debt, you have 20 days to respond with an "Answer." If you miss the deadline, you lose the case. This free program can help.
By: Minnesota Legal Services Coalition State Support Center
  
   
   Basics on Judgments (Separate Website)

By: Minnesota State Court System
  
   
   Consumer Action Handbook This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
In this handbook, the GSA's Office of Citizen Services brings you the latest information on your consumer rights and responsibilities.
By: General Services Administration
  
   
   FAQs on Handling a Conciliation Court Case (Separate Website)

By: Minnesota State Court System
  
   
   How to Handle a Conciliation Court Hearing (Separate Website)
General information on conciliation court hearings in Minnesota.
By: Minnesota State Court System
  
   
   I'll See You In Court: A Consumer Guide to the Minnesota Judicial Branch This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
This guide will give you a quick overview of the structure, processes, and people who serve you in the Minnesota Judicial Branch.
By: Minnesota State Court System
  
   
   Removal of Judges and Complaints against Judges
Information about Removing a Judge from a Case (Called "recusal") for Bias or Other Reasons
By: Minnesota Legal Services Coalition State Support Center
 
  
   
   Tips For Your Day in Court (Separate Website)

By: Minnesota State Court System
  
   
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