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Butler County District Court (13th Judicial District)
Address
201 W Pine Suite 101 (Butler County Courthouse), El Dorado, 67042
Phone
Butler County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $173 |
| Small claims | $47.50 to $67.50 |
| Divorce / family | $195 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $173, the civil filing fee in Butler County is about the same as nearby counties (median $173 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Butler County District Court, Office of the Clerk of the District Court (13th Judicial District)
Renea Albert
Courthouses in Butler County
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Butler County?
The civil filing fee in Butler County, Kansas is $173.00 (civil docket fee, District Court; statewide statutory, K.S.A. 60-2001)
What is the small claims filing fee in Butler County?
$47.50 for claims of $500 or less; $67.50 for claims of $500.01 to $4,000 (Kansas statewide)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Butler County?
$195.00 statutory docket fee for a divorce/paternity petition (Kansas statewide)
Can I e-file court documents in Butler County?
Yes. E-filing is available through eFlex.
Is there a free online case search for Butler County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at casesearch.kscourts.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Butler County?
Filings go to the Butler County District Court, Office of the Clerk of the District Court (13th Judicial District). You can reach the clerk at (316) 322-4370.