McCracken County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Aug 10, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$188
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through Kentucky Court of Justice eFiling
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$188
Small claims$35.50 to $2,500

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $188, the civil filing fee in McCracken County is about the same as nearby counties (median $188 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

McCracken County Circuit Court Clerk
Anita Turner
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Courthouses in McCracken County

CivilCriminalFamily

McCracken Circuit Court

Address
300 Clarence Gaines St. (McCracken County Courthouse), Paducah, 42003
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsProbateJuvenileTrafficEviction

McCracken District Court

Address
300 Clarence Gaines St. (McCracken County Courthouse), Paducah, 42003

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

  • What is the small claims filing fee in McCracken County?

    $35.50 (District Court small claims, limit $2,500)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Kentucky Court of Justice eFiling.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in McCracken County?

    Filings go to the McCracken County Circuit Court Clerk, located at 300 Clarence Gaines St., Paducah, KY 42003. You can reach the clerk at (270) 575-7280.

McCracken Circuit Court, KY: (270) 575-7280, Hours & $188 Filing Fee | 1Court