McLeod 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 McLeod County is about the same as nearby counties (median $310 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

McLeod County District Court Administration
Karen V. Messner
Call the clerk

Courthouses in McLeod County

CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

McLeod County District Court

Address
830 11th Street E, Glencoe, 55336

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

    $65.

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

    $390.

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in McLeod County?

    Filings go to the McLeod County District Court Administration. You can reach the clerk at (320) 864-1285.

McLeod County District Court, MN: (320) 864-1285, Hours & $310 Filing Fee | 1Court