Washington County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$310
New civil suit · District Court
E-filing
Required
Through Minnesota eFile and eServe
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Main courthouse: Washington County Courthouse, 14949 62nd St N, Stillwater, MN 55082Clerk counter: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:30 PMSource
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 Washington County is about the same as nearby counties (median $324 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Washington County District Court - Court Administration (Tenth Judicial District)
Deb Lepper (Court Administrator)
Washington County Courthouse · Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
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Courthouses in Washington County

CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Washington County District Court

Address
14949 62nd Street North, Stillwater, 55082

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Washington County, Minnesota is $310.00 (first paper filed)

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

    $65.00 (Conciliation Court first paper)

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

    $390.00 (dissolution of marriage)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Minnesota eFile and eServe. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Washington County?

    Filings go to the Washington County District Court - Court Administration (Tenth Judicial District), located at 14949 62nd St N, Stillwater, MN 55082. You can reach the clerk at (651) 413-8030.

Washington County District Court, MN: (651) 413-8030, Hours & $310 Filing Fee | 1Court