McDonald County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 27, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$83.50
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$83.50

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $84, the civil filing fee in McDonald County is lower than most nearby counties (median $95 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

McDonald County Circuit Clerk's Office
Tanya Lewis
Call the clerk
Jury service
(417) 223-4124

Courthouses in McDonald County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate

McDonald County Circuit Court (40th Judicial Circuit)

Address
Highway W. & Main Street, Pineville, 64856
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

McDonald County Circuit Court, Associate Circuit Division

Address
Highway W. & Main Street, Pineville, 64856

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in McDonald County, Missouri is $83.50 (Circuit Court civil cost deposit)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in McDonald County?

    Filings go to the McDonald County Circuit Clerk's Office. You can reach the clerk at (417) 223-7512.

McDonald County Circuit Court, MO: (417) 223-7512, Hours & $83.50 Filing Fee | 1Court