Lawsuits to collect debts are usually filed in state courts—and may be filed in small claims courts, depending on the amount of the debt and the small claims court’s jurisdictional limits (the maximum amount of a claim that can be filed in the court).
In Idaho, lawsuits to collect debts are typically filed in the state court system. The venue for filing a debt collection lawsuit depends on the amount of the debt. If the debt amount is within the small claims court's jurisdictional limits, the creditor may choose to file the lawsuit in small claims court. As of my knowledge cutoff in 2023, in Idaho, the maximum amount that can be claimed in small claims court is $5,000. Claims exceeding this amount would need to be filed in the district courts. It is important for creditors to file their lawsuits within the statute of limitations, which varies depending on the type of debt. An attorney can provide specific guidance on filing a debt collection lawsuit and navigating the court system in Idaho.