Simpson 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
Not yet verified
Through Kentucky Court of Justice eCourts eFiling
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 Simpson County is about the same as nearby counties (median $188 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Simpson County Circuit Court Clerk
Beth Anne Fiss
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Simpson County

CivilCriminalFamily

Simpson Circuit Court

Address
101 N. Court St. (Simpson County Justice Center), Franklin, 42134
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsProbateJuvenileTrafficEviction

Simpson District Court

Address
101 N. Court St. (Simpson County Justice Center), Franklin, 42134

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Simpson County, Kentucky is $188 (civil case, Circuit Court, eff 7/1/2026)

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

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

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

    Filings go to the Simpson County Circuit Court Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (270) 586-4241.

Simpson Circuit Court, KY: (270) 586-4241, Hours & $188 Filing Fee | 1Court