Clay County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$188
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through Tyler Technologies File & Serve
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Via the clerk
No free online search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$188

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $188, the civil filing fee in Clay County is about the same as nearby counties (median $188 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Clay Circuit Court Clerk
James Phillips
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Clay County

CivilCriminalFamily

Clay Circuit Court

Address
316 Main St., Suite 108 (Clay County Justice Center), Manchester, 40962
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsProbateJuvenileTrafficEviction

Clay District Court

Address
316 Main St., Suite 108 (Clay County Justice Center), Manchester, 40962

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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, Kentucky is $188.00.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Tyler Technologies File & Serve.

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

    No free public online case search is available for this court. Contact the clerk of court for case records.

  • Where do I file court documents in Clay County?

    Filings go to the Clay Circuit Court Clerk. You can reach the clerk at 606-598-3663.

Clay Circuit Court, KY: (606) 598-3663, Hours & $188 Filing Fee | 1Court