Woodbury County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Woodbury County, Iowa.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$195
E-filing
Yes for attorneys
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$265

At $195, the civil filing fee in Woodbury County is about the same as nearby counties (median $215 across 6 nearby counties).

E-FilingYes for attorneys

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Civil Complaint
$195
$195 (petition filing and docketing; Iowa Code 602.8105, statewide)
Small Claims
$115
$115 (Iowa statewide)
Divorce / Family
$265
$265 (dissolution of marriage petition; Iowa Code 602.8105, statewide)

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.

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