Christian County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$100.50
New civil suit
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$35.50
Divorce / family$30 to $130.50

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $101, the civil filing fee in Christian County is about the same as nearby counties (median $101 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Christian County Circuit Clerk (38th Judicial Circuit)
Barb Stillings
Call the clerk
Jury service
(417) 582-5120

Courthouses in Christian County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile

Christian County Circuit Court (38th Judicial Circuit)

Address
102 W. Walnut Street, Ozark, 65721
CivilCriminal

Christian County Circuit Court (38th Judicial Circuit), Justice Center

Address
110 W. Elm Street, Ozark, 65721
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Christian County Circuit Court, Associate Circuit Division

Address
110 W. Elm Street, Ozark, 65721

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Christian County, Missouri is $100.50 standard civil filing fee (38th Judicial Circuit Administrative Order, effective 12-29-2023)

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

    $35.50 (38th Judicial Circuit Administrative Order, effective 12-29-2023)

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

    $130.50 dissolution/domestic relations, includes $30.00 Family Services and Justice Fund surcharge (effective 12-29-2023)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Christian County?

    Filings go to the Christian County Circuit Clerk (38th Judicial Circuit). You can reach the clerk at (417) 582-5120.

Christian County Circuit Court, MO: (417) 582-5120, Hours & $100.50 Filing Fee | 1Court