Where can a distress warrant be filed according to the Rules of Civil Procedure?

A distress warrant is specifically designed for situations where a landlord seeks to recover possession of property or goods when a tenant has not fulfilled their rental obligations. According to the Rules of Civil Procedure, distress warrants can be filed in a Justice of the Peace Court. This court is often utilized for small claims and civil matters involving lower monetary thresholds, making it an appropriate venue for landlords to initiate a distress warrant case without the greater complexities and costs associated with higher courts. This aligns with the purpose of the Justice of the Peace courts in providing accessible legal recourse for such disputes.

The other courts mentioned, such as Circuit, District, and County Courts, generally handle more expansive cases involving greater amounts of damages, criminal cases, or more serious civil matters, making them less suitable for the specific purpose of distress warrants, which are intended to be handled in a more straightforward and expedient manner.