Otter Tail County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Otter Tail County, Minnesota.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$310.00
E-filing
Yes for attorneys, g…
Case lookup
Free online

At $310, the civil filing fee in Otter Tail County is about the same as nearby counties (median $310 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Otter Tail County District Court - Court Administration

Trisha Mernitz (Court Administrator)

121 West Junius Avenue, Floor A2, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
E-FilingYes for attorneys, g…

Minnesota eFile and eServe (eFS) · Yes for attorneys, government agencies, and guardians ad litem

Civil Complaint
$310.00
$310.00
Small Claims
$65.00
$65.00

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Otter Tail County?

    $65.00.

  • Can I e-file court documents in Otter Tail County?

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

  • Is there a free online case search for Otter Tail County?

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Otter Tail County?

    Filings go to the Otter Tail County District Court - Court Administration, located at 121 West Junius Avenue, Floor A2, Fergus Falls, MN 56537. You can reach the clerk at 218-560-7045.

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