Clay County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Oct 21, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$173
New civil suit · District Court
E-filing
Available
Through Kansas Courts eFiling
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$173

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $173, the civil filing fee in Clay County is about the same as nearby counties (median $173 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Clay County District Court
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Courthouses in Clay County

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Clay County District Court (21st Judicial District)

Address
712 5th St., Suite 204 (Clay County Courthouse), Clay Center, 67432

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Clay County, Kansas is $173.00.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Kansas Courts eFiling.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at casesearch.kscourts.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Clay County?

    Filings go to the Clay County District Court. You can reach the clerk at (785) 632-3443.

Clay County District Court, KS: (785) 632-3443, Hours & $173 Filing Fee | 1Court