Adair County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Aug 1, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$45
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through Missouri eFiling System
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$45
Small claims$10

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $45, the civil filing fee in Adair County is lower than most nearby counties (median $127 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Adair County Circuit Clerk
Martha Cole
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Adair County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate

Adair County Circuit Court (2nd Judicial Circuit)

Address
106 W. Washington Street, Kirksville, 63501
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Adair County Circuit Court, Associate Circuit Division

Address
106 W. Washington Street, Kirksville, 63501

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Adair County, Missouri is $45.00 (Circuit Court civil cost deposit)

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

    $10.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Missouri eFiling System.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at courts.mo.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Adair County?

    Filings go to the Adair County Circuit Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (660) 665-2552.

Adair County Circuit Court, MO: (660) 665-2552, Hours & $45 Filing Fee | 1Court