Wayne County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$200
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$200

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $200, the civil filing fee in Wayne County is higher than most nearby counties (median $101 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in Wayne County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate

Wayne County Circuit Court (42nd Judicial Circuit)

Address
109 Walnut Street, Greenville, 63944
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Wayne County Circuit Court, Associate Circuit Division

Address
109 Walnut Street, Greenville, 63944

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Wayne County, Missouri is $200.00 (Circuit Court civil cost deposit)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Wayne County?

    Filings go to the Wayne County Circuit Clerk, located at 109 Walnut Street, Greenville, MO 63944. You can reach the clerk at (573) 224-5600.

Wayne County Circuit Court, MO: (573) 224-5600, Hours & $200 Filing Fee | 1Court