Chariton County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$98.50
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$98.50

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $99, the civil filing fee in Chariton County is about the same as nearby counties (median $100 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in Chariton County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate

Chariton County Circuit Court (9th Judicial Circuit)

Address
306 South Cherry Street, Keytesville, 65261
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Chariton County Circuit Court, Associate Circuit Division

Address
306 South Cherry Street, Keytesville, 65261

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Chariton County, Missouri is $98.50 (Circuit Court civil cost deposit)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Chariton County?

    Filings go to the Chariton County Circuit Clerk, located at 306 S. Cherry Street, Keytesville, MO 65261. You can reach the clerk at (660) 288-3602.

Chariton County Circuit Court, MO: (660) 288-3602, Hours & $98.50 Filing Fee | 1Court