Montgomery County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 27, 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

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

Clerk & court records

Montgomery County Circuit Court Clerk
Tanya P. Terry
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Courthouses in Montgomery County

CivilCriminalFamily

Montgomery Circuit Court

Address
One Court St. (Montgomery County Courthouse), Mt. Sterling, 40353
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsProbateJuvenileTrafficEviction

Montgomery District Court

Address
One Court St. (Montgomery County Courthouse), Mt. Sterling, 40353

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Montgomery County?

    Filings go to the Montgomery County Circuit Court Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (859) 498-5966.

Montgomery Circuit Court, KY: (859) 498-5966, Hours & $188 Filing Fee | 1Court