Blue Earth County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$10 to $320
New civil suit · County Court
E-filing
Available
Through Minnesota eFile and eServe
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$10 to $320
Small claims$10 to $75
Divorce / family$10 to $400

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $320, the civil filing fee in Blue Earth County is about the same as nearby counties (median $310 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Blue Earth County District Court, Court Administration (Fifth Judicial District)
Therese Kadrlik
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Courthouses in Blue Earth County

CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Blue Earth County District Court

Address
401 Carver Road, Mankato, 56001

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Blue Earth County, Minnesota is $320 (base fee $310 + $10 law library fee; first paper filed by plaintiff/petitioner in a civil case, per Blue Earth County court fee schedule)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Blue Earth County?

    $75 (conciliation court, base fee $65 + $10 law library fee)

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Blue Earth County?

    $400 (dissolution of marriage/divorce, base fee $340 + $50 other fee + $10 law library fee)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Blue Earth County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through Minnesota eFile and eServe. It is mandatory for attorneys.

  • Is there a free online case search for Blue Earth County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at mncourts.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Blue Earth County?

    Filings go to the Blue Earth County District Court, Court Administration (Fifth Judicial District). You can reach the clerk at (507) 594-3055.

Blue Earth County District Court, MN: (507) 594-3055, Hours & $320 Filing Fee | 1Court