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Small Claims Tribunal
Small Claims Tribunals were established on the 1st of February
1985, as one of the Subordinate Courts of Singapore, with the
enactment of the Small Claims Tribunals Act, Chapter 308.
The Small Claims Tribunals were introduced to provide a quick and
inexpensive forum for the resolution of small claims between
consumers and suppliers.
The initial monetary jurisdiction of the Tribunals covered claims
not exceeding $2,000/-. In 1995, this monetary limit was increased
to $5,000/- (and up to $10,000/- if both parties consent in
writing). In 1997, the monetary jurisdiction of the Tribunals was
further increased to $10,000/- (or $20,000 if both parties consent
in writing).
The number of claims lodged or filed at the Tribunals has increased
steadily, from a relatively modest 3,788 cases lodged in 1985, to
29,725 claims in 2004. This increase reflects the public's
confidence in the Tribunals to provide them with a swift system of
justice at an affordable cost.
Source: http://app.subcourts.gov.sg/sct/page.aspx?pageid=3953
