Section 2(1) and Part 3 of the Courts and Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2013 have provided for changes to the monetary jurisdiction of the District Court and the Circuit Court. As and from 3rd February 2014 the new monetary jurisdictions will be as follows:
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The jurisdiction of the District Court in civil proceedings will increase from €6,384 to €15,000
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The jurisdiction of the Circuit Court in civil proceedings will increase from €38,092 to €75,000, except in personal injuries cases where a reduced increase of €60,000 is introduced.
