Lincoln 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
Available
Through Mississippi Electronic Courts
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
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Case records
Via the clerk
No free online search
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Filing fees

Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$161

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $161, the civil filing fee in Lincoln County is about the same as nearby counties (median $161 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Lincoln County Circuit Clerk
Christy Sheppard
(601) 835-3435csheppard@co.lincoln.ms.us
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Lincoln County, Mississippi is $161.00 (civil complaint/petition, Circuit Court; MS statutory, MS Code 25-7-13)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Mississippi Electronic Courts. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    No free public online case search is available for this court. Contact the clerk of court for case records.

  • Where do I file court documents in Lincoln County?

    Filings go to the Lincoln County Circuit Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (601) 835-3435.

Lincoln County Circuit Court, MS: (601) 835-3435, Hours & $161 Filing Fee | 1Court