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Carver County District Court
Address
604 E. Fourth Street, Chaska, 55318
Phone
Carver County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $15 to $325 |
| Small claims | $15 to $80 |
| Divorce / family | $15 to $405 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $325, the civil filing fee in Carver County is about the same as nearby counties (median $310 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Carver County District Court - Court Administration (First Judicial District)
Mary Dalbec (Court Administrator)
Courthouses in Carver County
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Carver County?
The civil filing fee in Carver County, Minnesota is $325 civil first paper ($310 statutory fee under Minn. Stat. 357.021 subd. 2(1) + $15 county law library fee)
What is the small claims filing fee in Carver County?
$80 conciliation court ($65 under Minn. Stat. 357.022 + $15 law library fee)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Carver County?
$405 dissolution of marriage ($340 + $50 + $15 law library fee), Minn. Stat. 357.021.
Can I e-file court documents in Carver County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Minnesota eFile & eServe.
Is there a free online case search for Carver County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us.
Where do I file court documents in Carver County?
Filings go to the Carver County District Court - Court Administration (First Judicial District), located at 600 East 4th Street, Chaska, MN 55318. You can reach the clerk at (952) 361-1420.