Shelby County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$150
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$150

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $150, the civil filing fee in Shelby County is higher than most nearby counties (median $103 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in Shelby County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate

Shelby County Circuit Court (41st Judicial Circuit)

Address
100 E. Main Street, Shelbyville, 63469
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Shelby County Circuit Court, Associate Circuit Division

Address
100 E. Main Street, Shelbyville, 63469

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Shelby County, Missouri is $150.00 (Circuit Court civil cost deposit)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Shelby County?

    Filings go to the Shelby County Circuit Clerk, located at 100 E. Main Street, Shelbyville, MO 63469. You can reach the clerk at (573) 633-2151.

Shelby County Circuit Court, MO: (573) 633-2151, Hours & $150 Filing Fee | 1Court