Phelps County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Aug 1, 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
Small claims$20.50
Divorce / family$132.50

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

Clerk & court records

Phelps County Circuit Clerk
Marlaina Wallace
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Courthouses in Phelps County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate

Phelps County Circuit Court (25th Judicial Circuit)

Address
200 N. Main Street, Rolla, 65401
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Phelps County Circuit Court, Associate Circuit Division

Address
200 N. Main Street, Rolla, 65401

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Phelps County?

    $20.50.

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Phelps County?

    $132.50.

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Phelps County?

    Filings go to the Phelps County Circuit Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (573) 458-6210.

Phelps County Circuit Court, MO: (573) 458-6210, Hours & $100.50 Filing Fee | 1Court