Dakota County Court Information
Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Dakota County, Nebraska.
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Verified from official sources · 2026-07-27Civil filing fee
$42.00
E-filing
Yes
Case lookup
Free online
At $42, the civil filing fee in Dakota County is lower than most nearby counties (median $87 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk of Court
Dakota County Clerk of the District Court
Kathy Wiltgen
E-FilingYes
JUSTICE eFiling
Filing Fees
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Dakota County?
The civil filing fee in Dakota County, Nebraska is $42.00.
Can I e-file court documents in Dakota County?
Yes. E-filing is available through JUSTICE eFiling.
Is there a free online case search for Dakota County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at nebraska.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Dakota County?
Filings go to the Dakota County Clerk of the District Court. You can reach the clerk at (402) 987-2114.
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