Warren County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$215
New civil suit · District Court
E-filing
Available
Through eFile Iowa
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$215
Small claims$115

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $215, the civil filing fee in Warren County is about the same as nearby counties (median $215 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Warren County Clerk of District Court
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Courthouses in Warren County

CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Warren County District Court (Fifth Judicial District)

Address
115 N. Howard Street, Suite 100, Indianola, 50125

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Warren County?

    The civil filing fee in Warren County, Iowa is $215 (civil petition filing fee, statewide)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Warren County?

    $115.

  • Can I e-file court documents in Warren County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through eFile Iowa.

  • Is there a free online case search for Warren County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at iowacourts.state.ia.us.

  • Where do I file court documents in Warren County?

    Filings go to the Warren County Clerk of District Court. You can reach the clerk at (515) 690-9260.

Warren County District Court, IA: (515) 690-9260, Hours & $215 Filing Fee | 1Court