Where is a small claims case against a Viera defendant heard?
Small claims cases against Viera defendants are assigned to the Central Jurisdiction, so they are heard close to home at the Moore Justice Center.
Under Administrative Order 25-24-B Amended, Brevard's Clerk assigns county civil cases by the defendant's ZIP code. Viera's 32940 ZIP code is on the Central Jurisdiction list for the Moore Justice Center at 2825 Judge Fran Jamieson Way.
Small claims covers disputes of $8,000 or less, not counting costs, interest and attorney fees, according to the Brevard County Clerk. Larger civil claims up to $50,000 stay in county court under section 34.01, Florida Statutes.
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