Polk County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Oct 21, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$45
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$45
Small claims$10

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $45, the civil filing fee in Polk County is lower than most nearby counties (median $101 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Polk County Circuit Clerk's Office
Tiffany Phillips
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Polk County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate

Polk County Circuit Court (30th Judicial Circuit)

Address
102 E. Broadway Street, Room 14, Bolivar, 65613
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Polk County Circuit Court, Associate Circuit Division

Address
102 E. Broadway Street, Room 14, Bolivar, 65613

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Polk County, Missouri is $45.00 (Circuit Court civil cost deposit)

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

    $10.

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Polk County?

    Filings go to the Polk County Circuit Clerk's Office. You can reach the clerk at (417) 326-4912.

Polk County Circuit Court, MO: (417) 326-4912, Hours & $45 Filing Fee | 1Court