Carlton County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 27, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$310
New civil suit · District Court
E-filing
Available
Through eFile and eServe
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$310
Small claims$65
Divorce / family$390

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $310, the civil filing fee in Carlton County is about the same as nearby counties (median $310 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Carlton County District Court (Court Administration)
Kathy McFarlane (Interim Court Administrator)
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Courthouses in Carlton County

CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Carlton County District Court

Address
1780 Justice Drive, Suite 2700, Carlton, 55718

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Carlton County, Minnesota is $310.00.

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

    $65.

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

    $390.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through eFile and eServe.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us.

  • Where do I file court documents in Carlton County?

    Filings go to the Carlton County District Court (Court Administration). You can reach the clerk at (218) 673-5065.

Carlton County District Court, MN: (218) 673-5065, Hours & $310 Filing Fee | 1Court