Letcher 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 Letcher County is about the same as nearby counties (median $188 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Letcher Circuit Court Clerk
Matilda Dotson
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Letcher County

CivilCriminalFamily

Letcher Circuit Court

Address
156 Main St., Suite 201 (Letcher County Courthouse), Whitesburg, 41858
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsProbateJuvenileTrafficEviction

Letcher District Court

Address
156 Main St., Suite 201 (Letcher County Courthouse), Whitesburg, 41858

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Letcher County, Kentucky is $188.00.

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

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

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

    Filings go to the Letcher Circuit Court Clerk. You can reach the clerk at 606-633-7559.

Letcher Circuit Court, KY: (606) 633-7559, Hours & $188 Filing Fee | 1Court