Raises the jurisdictional amount for small claims cases

This bill increases the maximum amount that can be claimed in small claims court from $3,000 to $10,000. It directly affects individuals and small businesses filing lawsuits for money owed, as they will now be able to handle cases up to $10,000 in justice courts instead of higher courts. The bill amends multiple sections of the Uniform Justice Court Act to replace "$3,000" with "$10,000" throughout the law, clarifying that interest and costs are excluded from this amount. This change simplifies access to justice for lower-value disputes without requiring legal representation. The bill takes effect 90 days after enactment.