Clay County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Clay County, Missouri.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-30
Civil filing fee
$105.50
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$137.50

At $106, the civil filing fee in Clay County is about the same as nearby counties (median $98 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Circuit Clerk, 7th Judicial Circuit Court (Clay County)

11 S. Water St, Liberty, MO 64068
E-FilingMandatory

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Civil Complaint
$105.50
$105.50 (most regular circuit civil petitions, incl. library fee; eff. 8/28/2023)
Divorce / Family
$137.50
$137.50 (dissolution without children) / $197.50 (with children)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Clay County, Missouri is $105.50 (most regular circuit civil petitions, incl. library fee; eff. 8/28/2023)

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

    $137.50 (dissolution without children) / $197.50 (with children)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Missouri eFiling System. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Clay County?

    Filings go to the Circuit Clerk, 7th Judicial Circuit Court (Clay County), located at 11 S. Water St, Liberty, MO 64068. You can reach the clerk at (816) 407-3900.

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