Lewis County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$100
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

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $100, the civil filing fee in Lewis County is lower than most nearby counties (median $150 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in Lewis County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate

Lewis County Circuit Court (2nd Judicial Circuit)

Address
100 East Lafayette, Monticello, 63457
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Lewis County Circuit Court, Associate Circuit Division

Address
100 East Lafayette, Monticello, 63457

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Lewis County, Missouri is $100.00 (Circuit Court civil cost deposit)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Lewis County?

    Filings go to the Lewis County Circuit Clerk, located at 100 E. Lafayette Street, Monticello, MO 63457. You can reach the clerk at (573) 767-5352.

Lewis County Circuit Court, MO: (573) 767-5352, Hours & $100 Filing Fee | 1Court