CivilFamilyProbate
DeSoto County Chancery Court
Address
2535 Hwy. 51 S., Room 100, Hernando, 38632
Phone
DeSoto County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$161
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Required
Through Mississippi Electronic Courts
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Filing fees
| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $161 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $161, the civil filing fee in DeSoto County is about the same as nearby counties (median $161 across 4 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
DeSoto County Circuit Clerk (17th Circuit Court District); Chancery Clerk for family/domestic
Dale K. Thompson (Circuit Clerk); Misty Heffner (Chancery Clerk)
Courthouses in DeSoto County
CivilCriminal
DeSoto County Circuit Court
Address
2535 Hwy. 51 S., 2nd Floor, Hernando, 38632
Phone
CivilCriminalJuvenileEviction
DeSoto County Court
Address
2535 Hwy. 51 S., 2nd Floor, Hernando, 38632
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
DeSoto County Justice Court
Address
3423 Industrial Dr. W., Hernando, 38632
Phone
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in DeSoto County?
The civil filing fee in DeSoto County, Mississippi is $161.00 (civil complaint/petition, Circuit Court; MS statutory, MS Code 25-7-13)
Can I e-file court documents in DeSoto County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Mississippi Electronic Courts. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Where do I file court documents in DeSoto County?
Filings go to the DeSoto County Circuit Clerk (17th Circuit Court District); Chancery Clerk for family/domestic. You can reach the clerk at (662) 469-8340 (Circuit); (662) 469-8005 (Chancery)