A. The rules governing venue of civil actions in the justice courts govern small claims actions.

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Terms Used In Arizona Laws 22-505

  • Action: includes any matter or proceeding in a court, civil or criminal. See Arizona Laws 1-215
  • Venue: The geographical location in which a case is tried.

B. A motion for change of venue and a motion to vacate a judgment are the only motions allowed in a small claims action. These motions shall be heard only by a justice of the peace.

C. A satisfaction of judgment may be filed in a small claims action.