Callaway County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Aug 1, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$100.50
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$100.50
Small claims$27.50
Divorce / family$132.50

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $101, the civil filing fee in Callaway County is about the same as nearby counties (median $105 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Callaway County Circuit Clerk
Megan Morse
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Courthouses in Callaway County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate

Callaway County Circuit Court (13th Judicial Circuit)

Address
5 E. 2nd Street, Fulton, 65251
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Callaway County Circuit Court, Associate Circuit Division

Address
5 E. 2nd Street, Fulton, 65251

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Callaway County, Missouri is $100.50 (Circuit Court civil cost deposit)

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

    $27.50.

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

    $132.50.

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Callaway County?

    Filings go to the Callaway County Circuit Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (573) 642-0780.

Callaway County Circuit Court, MO: (573) 642-0780, Hours & $100.50 Filing Fee | 1Court