Knox 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 KYeCourts
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search

Filing fees

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 Knox County is about the same as nearby counties (median $188 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Knox County Circuit Court Clerk
Greg Helton
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Courthouses in Knox County

CivilCriminalFamily

Knox Circuit Court

Address
401 Court Square (Knox County Courthouse Annex), Barbourville, 40906
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsProbateJuvenileTrafficEviction

Knox District Court

Address
401 Court Square (Knox County Courthouse Annex), Barbourville, 40906

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Knox County, Kentucky is $188.00 (civil filing fee, Circuit Court; statewide, KY Sup. Ct. Order 2026-15 eff 2026-07-01)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through KYeCourts.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at kcoj.kycourts.net.

  • Where do I file court documents in Knox County?

    Filings go to the Knox County Circuit Court Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (606) 546-3075.

Knox Circuit Court, KY: (606) 546-3075, Hours & $188 Filing Fee | 1Court