Lincoln 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
Via the clerk
No free online 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 Lincoln County is about the same as nearby counties (median $188 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Lincoln County Circuit Court Clerk
Angelia Renee Doolin
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Lincoln County

CivilCriminalFamily

Lincoln Circuit Court

Address
101 E. Main St. (Lincoln County Judicial Center), Stanford, 40484
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsProbateJuvenileTrafficEviction

Lincoln District Court

Address
101 E. Main St. (Lincoln County Judicial Center), Stanford, 40484

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through KYeCourts.

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

    Filings go to the Lincoln County Circuit Court Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (606) 365-2535.

Lincoln Circuit Court, KY: (606) 365-2535, Hours & $188 Filing Fee | 1Court