Woodbury County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$195
New civil suit · District Court
E-filing
Available
Through Iowa Judicial Branch Electronic Filing System
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$195
Small claims$115
Divorce / family$265

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $195, the civil filing fee in Woodbury County is about the same as nearby counties (median $215 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in Woodbury County

CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Woodbury County District Court (Third Judicial District)

Address
620 Douglas Street, Room 101, Sioux City, 51101

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Woodbury County, Iowa is $195 (petition filing and docketing; Iowa Code 602.8105, statewide)

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

    $115 (Iowa statewide)

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Woodbury County?

    $265 (dissolution of marriage petition; Iowa Code 602.8105, statewide)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Iowa Judicial Branch Electronic Filing System.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Woodbury County?

    Filings go to the Woodbury County Clerk of the District Court, located at 620 Douglas St, Room 101, Sioux City, IA 51101. You can reach the clerk at (712) 279-6611.

Woodbury County District Court, IA: (712) 279-6611, Hours & $195 Filing Fee | 1Court