Can either party appeal the decision of a magistrate?
Yes. The decision of a magistrate at an informal Small Claims hearing can be appealed. You must file your appeal with the Civil Division within seven (7) days of entry of the judgment. Appeals, scheduled within fourteen (14) days after filing, are held on Tuesday or Thursday mornings before either the Presiding Civil/Real Estate Judge or another judge as assigned. The decision of the judge is final. No appeal can be made of the judge’s decision.
