Mercer County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$103.50
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$103.50

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $104, the civil filing fee in Mercer County is about the same as nearby counties (median $104 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in Mercer County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate

Mercer County Circuit Court (3rd Judicial Circuit)

Address
802 East Main Street, Princeton, 64673
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Mercer County Circuit Court, Associate Circuit Division

Address
802 East Main Street, Princeton, 64673

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Mercer County, Missouri is $103.50 (Circuit Court civil cost deposit)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Mercer County?

    Filings go to the Mercer County Circuit Clerk, located at 802 East Main Street, Princeton, MO 64673. You can reach the clerk at (660) 748-4335.

Mercer County Circuit Court, MO: (660) 748-4335, Hours & $103.50 Filing Fee | 1Court