Rule 6 Evidence – Witnesses – Costs

(a) The hearing and disposition of small claims actions shall be informal, the object being to dispense justice promptly between the parties. The parties hall have the right to offer evidence by witnesses at the hearing or, with the permission of the court, at another time. The judge may consult witnesses informally and otherwise investigate the controversy. If the defendant fails to appear, the judge shall still require plaintiff to present evidence to prove his claim. The judge shall give judgment and make such orders as to some of payment or otherwise as he deems to be just and equitable for disposition of the controversy.

(b) The prevailing party in any action in the small claims court is entitled to costs of the action and also the costs of execution upon a judgment rendered therein. Such costs shall include costs of service of the order for appearance of the defendant.