Form of Affidavit

(a) The affidavit of small claims complaint must contain: (1) a statement that the defendant is indebted to the plaintiff in a specified amount; (2) a brief summary of the basis of the indebtedness; and (3) a statement that the small claims court has jurisdiction over the case pursuant to NRS 73.010 . (b) The affidavit of small claims complaint must include: (1) an order for the defendant to appear and be prepared to answer the claim on the date and time of the trial; and (2) a notice to the defendant that failure to appear at the date and time of the trial may result in the entry of a judgment against the defendant. (c) If a justice court has created a mandatory mediation program, the court may order the parties to attend mediation prior to ordering the defendant to appear for trial as required by subsection (b)(1) above. (d) The affidavit of small claims complaint must comply with Rule 11. [Amended; effective October 29, 2024.]