Dent County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-30
Civil filing fee
$200.00
E-filing
Yes
Case lookup
Free online

At $200, the civil filing fee in Dent County is higher than most nearby counties (median $101 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Dent County Circuit Clerk

112 E. 5th Street, Salem, MO 65560
E-FilingYes

Missouri eFiling System

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Civil Complaint
$200.00
$200.00 (Circuit Court civil cost deposit)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Dent County, Missouri is $200.00 (Circuit Court civil cost deposit)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Dent County?

    Filings go to the Dent County Circuit Clerk, located at 112 E. 5th Street, Salem, MO 65560. You can reach the clerk at (573) 729-3931.

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