Alabama Small Claims Rules – 2026
The Alabama Small Claims Rules govern small claims actions in the district courts, providing a simplified procedure for commencement and service, pleadings, default, trial without a jury, judgment and costs, and appeal to the circuit court.
Browse all 14 rules of the 2026 edition below. Each rule includes the full text, a plain-English summary, committee notes, amendment history, and cross-references to related rules. Use the search box to find rules by keyword or number.
Rule A
Scope of rules.
Rule B
Definitions.
Rule C
Beginning and defending the case.
Rule D
Process.
Rule E
Time.
Rule F
Deadline for answer.
Rule G
Exchange of information in advance of trial.
Rule H
Pre-trial conference.
Rule I
Witnesses.
Rule J
Trial.
Rule K
Default.
Rule L
Enforcement of judgments.
Rule M
Appeals.
Rule N
Applicability of ARCP.