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Motion and Order for Interrogatories – Short Form

Small Claims Court County, Colorado

Court Address:

PLAINTIFF(S):

Address:

City/State/Zip:

Phone: Home Work

v.

DEFENDANT(S):

Address:

City/State/Zip:

Phone: Home Work

COURT USE ONLY

Case Number:

Division Courtroom

MOTION AND ORDER FOR INTERROGATORIES – SHORT FORM

MOTION

Judgment was entered on:

Against the: Plaintiff Defendant By: Default After trial

The judgment remains unsatisfied. Pursuant to Rule 518(a), C.R.C.P., the judgment creditor requests or the Court finds that the judgment debtor should be required to answer the following interrogatories.

Date: Judgment Creditor’s Signature:

ORDER

Pursuant to Rule 518(a), at the request of the judgment creditor or on the Court’s review of the above Motion IT IS ORDERED:

That the judgment debtor shall answer the following questions and file the answers with the Court immediately within 14 days after service of these interrogatories upon the judgment debtor, or in lieu thereof, pay the judgment in full.

That the judgment debtor answer the questions and appear in Court at at

FAILURE TO TRUTHFULLY AND COMPLETELY ANSWER ALL OF THESE QUESTIONS AND RETURN THEM WITHIN 14 DAYS TO THE CLERK OF THE COURT, SMALL CLAIMS COURT, SHALL CAUSE A CITATION TO BE ISSUED FOR CONTEMPT OF COURT. A FINDING OF CONTEMPT BY THE COURT MAY RESULT IN A FINE OR JAIL SENTENCE.

Date: Judge Magistrate

INTERROGATORIES

1. What is your full legal name:

List any other names you have been known by:

Home address:

Home phone number: Work phone number:

Date of birth: Social Security Number:

Drivers license number: State:

2. As to your employment, complete the following:

The employer’s/company’s name:

Address of employer:

Phone number: Supervisor’s name:

You are paid: hourly $ monthly $ or your annual rate of pay you earn $ you are paid commissions, the manner in which commissions are calculated are:

The days or days of the month on which you are paid:

3. As to your bank accounts, complete the following: List the name and address and account number of every bank, saving and loan, credit union or other financial institution holding any funds which you have deposited or which you are allowed to withdraw without obtaining another person’s signature.

Bank name: Address/Location City/State: Account Number:

Bank name: Address/Location City/State: Account Number:

Bank name: Address/Location City/State: Account Number:

Bank name: Address/Location City/State: Account Number:

4. State the full and correct address of all real estate you own or have an interest in:

Address: City/County State:

Address: City/County State:

Address: City/County State:

5. As to debts owed to you, complete the following. List the name and address of every person who owes you money and the amount owed to you:

Name: Address City/State: $

Name: Address City/State: $

Name: Address City/State: $

6. As to insurance coverage, complete the following: List the name and address of any insurance company, including policy numbers with agent’s name providing liability coverage.

Insurance company / agent: Address/Location City/State: Policy Number:

Insurance company / agent: Address/Location City/State: Policy Number:

Insurance company / agent: Address/Location City/State: Policy Number:

By checking this box, I am acknowledging I am filling in the blanks and not changing anything else on the form.

By checking this box, I am acknowledging that I have made a change to the original content of this form.

VERIFICATION

I declare under penalty of perjury under the law of Colorado that the foregoing is true and correct.

Executed on the day of , , at

(Printed name of Judgment Debtor)

Signature of Judgment Debtor

AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE (Must be returned to Court)

Case Name v. Case Number:

I served a copy of the foregoing Interrogatories, on the following:

Name Date Place

If the person on whom service was made is not the named party to be served, I served the Interrogatories:

At the regular place of abode of the person to be served, by leaving the Notice with a person over the age of 18 years who regularly resides at the place of abode. (Identify relationship to defendant )

At the regular place of business of the person to be served, by leaving the Notice with that person’s secretary, bookkeeper, chief clerk, office receptionist/assistant or partner. (Circle title of person that was served).

By leaving the Notice with a partner, limited partner, associate, manager, elected office, receptionist/assistant, bookkeeper or general agent of the partnership, Limited Liability Company, or other non-corporate entity, which was to be served. (Circle title of person that was served).

By leaving the Notice with an officer, manager, receptionist/assistant, legal assistant, paid legal advisor or general agent, registered agent for service of process, stockholder or principal employee of the corporation, which was to be served. (Circle title of person that was served).

I am over the age of 18 years, and I am not an interested party in this matter.

I have charged the following fees for my services in this matter:

Private process server

Sheriff, County Fee $ Mileage $

Signature of Process Server

Name (Print or type)

Subscribed and affirmed, or sworn to before me in the County of , State of , this day of , 20 .

My commission expires: Notary Public:

CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE BY MAILING (To be performed by Clerk within three days of filing)

I hereby certify that on (date) , I mailed a true and correct copy of the MOTION AND ORDER FOR INTERROGATORIES – SHORT FORM, by placing it in the United States Mail, postage pre-paid to the Defendant(s) at the address(es) listed above.

Dated: Clerk of Court/Deputy Clerk:

(If applicable) Plaintiff notified of non-service on (date) . Clerk’s Initials

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What a Small Claims Petition Is and when it starts a case

A Small Claims Petition is a court document that formally starts a small claims action when an individual or business seeks a limited monetary recovery. The petition names the plaintiff and defendant, states the dollar amount requested, summarizes the core facts, and asks the court for a judgment or remedy. Filing the petition triggers docketing, service obligations, and scheduling of a hearing. Procedures, filing locations, and monetary limits vary by state and local court, and many jurisdictions permit self-representation without an attorney.

Step-by-step: completing and filing a Small Claims Petition

Step through the Small Claims Petition process: prepare the form, confirm jurisdiction, file with the clerk, serve the defendant, and attend the hearing.

  • 01
    Gather Documents: Collect contracts, receipts, photos, and correspondence supporting your claim.
  • 02
    Complete Petition: Fill each field clearly using MM/DD/YYYY for dates.
  • 03
    File with Clerk: Submit to county small claims clerk and pay filing fee.
  • 04
    Serve Defendant: Use certified mail or a process server per local rules.

Common questions and fixes when preparing or filing the petition

Practical answers to frequent filing, service, and correction issues for Small Claims Petitions, and how to avoid common pitfalls.


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Who typically files a Small Claims Petition

Representatives may file for corporations or partnerships if local rules permit; confirm whether corporate authorization or a power of attorney is required by the clerk.

  • Individual consumer: Someone pursuing reimbursement for goods, services, or property loss under the court's monetary cap.
  • Small business owner: Business seeking unpaid invoices or contract remedies without incurring high litigation costs.
  • Landlord or contractor: Parties enforcing lease damages, unpaid rent, or small construction disputes within statutory limits.

Why a Small Claims Petition is the practical first step

A Small Claims Petition provides an accessible, lower-cost path to resolve disputes under a jurisdictional cap, streamlining evidence presentation and often enabling self-representation. It creates a court record, starts formal service, and allows a judge to issue a binding monetary judgment.

Why a Small Claims Petition is the practical first step

Essential parts of a professional Small Claims Petition

A complete petition organizes parties, the amount claimed, facts, relief requested, signature, and service details to support efficient court processing.

Caption

At the top include court name, county, case type, and plaintiff and defendant names so the clerk assigns the case correctly and avoids misfiling.

Claim Amount

List the exact monetary sum sought, itemize damages when possible, and indicate whether costs or interest are included or will be requested separately.

Statement of Facts

Provide a concise chronological narrative with dates, specific acts, contract terms, and citations to supporting exhibits or documents.

Relief Requested

Specify the remedy sought—monetary judgment, fees, or court costs—and any statutory authority relied on for those amounts.

Contact Info

Include plaintiff mailing address, daytime phone, and email. Courts use this information for notices; errors can cause missed hearings.

Signature Block

Print name, sign, and date. If filing through an authorized representative, state the authority or corporate title to avoid acceptance delays.

Security and compliance considerations for electronic petitions

Encryption: TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit; AES-256 at rest.
Audit Trail: Comprehensive timestamp, IP, and action log.
Certifications: SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001, PCI DSS.
HIPAA: BAA available for protected health information.
ESIGN/UETA: Legal compliance for electronic signatures.
Access Controls: SSO, role-based permissions, and MFA options.

Penalties and risks of an incorrect or incomplete petition

Rejection for errors: Clerk may reject incomplete petitions.
Default Judgment Risk: Failure to serve allows default against defendant.
Fee Loss: Filing fee may be nonrefundable.
Perjury Exposure: False statements can lead to sanctions.
Statute of Limitations: Late claims can be barred.
Enforceability Issues: Incorrect names hinder judgment collection.

Time-sensitive items to track for a Small Claims Petition

Key timing items include filing deadlines, service windows, hearing dates, and appeal periods; these vary widely by state and affect case strategy.

Filing Deadlines and Statute of Limitations:

File before the statute of limitations expires; verify state civil rules to preserve your claim.

Service Timeline and Proof Requirements:

Serve the defendant within court-prescribed timeframes and file proof of service promptly.

Hearing Scheduling and Preparation Steps:

Courts set hearing dates; have originals, exhibits, and witness availability organized in advance.

Motion Deadlines and Response Times:

Observe court deadlines for motions, oppositions, and evidence disclosures to avoid default rulings.

Appeal Window and Post-Judgment Remedies:

Limited periods apply for appeals or trials de novo; check local rules immediately after judgment.

Digital filing and e-signature compatibility for petitions

Digital submission options depend on court e-filing systems and accepted document formats; prepare PDFs or DOCX per local requirements.

  • Accepted Formats: PDF, DOCX, and sometimes HTML.
  • Integrations: Salesforce, Google Workspace, NetSuite supported by some platforms.
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, or KBA per court rules.

Vendor pricing and feature comparison for e-signing and filing

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Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Envelope Cap No envelope cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan

How a petition moves from preparation to hearing

Overview of e-filing and serving a Small Claims Petition, from document preparation through clerk filing and proof of service.

  • Prepare Petition: Complete form and attach supporting documents.
  • File with Clerk: Submit in person, by mail, or via e-file portal.
  • Serve Defendant: Follow local rules: process server, sheriff, or certified mail.
  • Attend Hearing: Bring originals and copies; arrive early.
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