Cape Girardeau County Court Information
Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Cape Girardeau County, Missouri.
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Verified from official sources · 2026-07-30Clerk of Court
Cape Girardeau County Circuit Clerk (32nd Judicial Circuit)
Ashley Schuessler
Self-Help & Jury
Missouri eFiling System
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Cape Girardeau County?
The civil filing fee in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri is $45.00 (statutory clerk filing fee for a circuit civil case, Mo. Sup. Ct. Operating Rule 21 / COR 021.01(a)(10), eff. 2023-09-01; circuits add statutory surcharges and a local cost/service deposit)
What is the small claims filing fee in Cape Girardeau County?
$10.00 (small claims division, Mo. Sup. Ct. Operating Rule 21 / COR 021.01(a)(6))
Can I e-file court documents in Cape Girardeau County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Missouri eFiling System.
Is there a free online case search for Cape Girardeau County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at courts.mo.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Cape Girardeau County?
Filings go to the Cape Girardeau County Circuit Clerk (32nd Judicial Circuit). You can reach the clerk at (573) 335-8253.
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