DeKalb County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 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

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $101, the civil filing fee in DeKalb County is about the same as nearby counties (median $99 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in DeKalb County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate

DeKalb County Circuit Court (43rd Judicial Circuit)

Address
109 W. Main, Maysville, 64469
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

DeKalb County Circuit Court, Associate Circuit Division

Address
109 W. Main, Maysville, 64469

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in DeKalb County?

    Filings go to the DeKalb County Circuit Clerk, located at 109 W. Main Street, Maysville, MO 64469. You can reach the clerk at (816) 449-2602.

DeKalb County Circuit Court, MO: (816) 449-2602, Hours & $100.50 Filing Fee | 1Court