Stearns County Court Information
Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Stearns County, Minnesota.
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Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26At $310, the civil filing fee in Stearns County is about the same as nearby counties (median $310 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk of Court
Stearns County Court Administration
George Lock
725 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, MN 56303Self-Help & Jury
Minnesota eFile and eServe (eFS) · - required for attorneys, government agencies, guardians ad litem, and sheriffs in all case types statewide; permissive for self-represented parties
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Stearns County?
The civil filing fee in Stearns County, Minnesota is $310 statewide first-paper filing fee for a civil action (Minn. Stat. 357.021 subd. 2(1)); a small county law library fee is added.
What is the small claims filing fee in Stearns County?
$65 first paper filed in Conciliation Court (Minn. Stat. 357.022)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Stearns County?
$340 first-paper filing fee for a marriage dissolution (Minn. Stat. 357.021 subd. 2(1)); county law library fee added.
Can I e-file court documents in Stearns County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Minnesota eFile and eServe. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Is there a free online case search for Stearns County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at mncourts.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Stearns County?
Filings go to the Stearns County Court Administration, located at 725 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, MN 56303. You can reach the clerk at (320) 656-3620.
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