California · Code of Civil Procedure - CCP
CCP §116.510: The hearing and disposition of the small claims action shall be informal, the object being to dispense justice promptly, fairly, and inexpensively.
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Small claims court proceedings are conducted informally with the goal of resolving disputes quickly, fairly, and at low cost.
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