Washington 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 Washington County is lower than most nearby counties (median $96 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Washington County Circuit Clerk's Office
Ashley Gum
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Washington County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate

Washington County Circuit Court (24th Judicial Circuit)

Address
102 North Missouri Street, Potosi, 63664
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Washington County Circuit Court, Associate Circuit Division

Address
102 North Missouri Street, Potosi, 63664

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Washington County?

    Filings go to the Washington County Circuit Clerk's Office. You can reach the clerk at (573) 438-4171.

Washington County Circuit Court, MO: (573) 438-4171, Hours & $83.50 Filing Fee | 1Court