McKenzie County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for McKenzie County, North Dakota.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-30
Civil filing fee
$160.00
E-filing
Yes for attorneys in…
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$160

At $160, the civil filing fee in McKenzie County is about the same as nearby counties (median $160 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Clerk of District Court

Jodee Lawlar

201 5th St NW, Watford City, ND 58854

Self-Help & Jury

E-FilingYes for attorneys in…

Odyssey File and Serve (Tyler Technologies) · Yes for attorneys in civil, non-juvenile cases; self-represented litigants may file on paper

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Civil Complaint
$160.00
$160.00
Small Claims
$20
$20
Divorce / Family
$160
$160

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in McKenzie County, North Dakota is $160.00.

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

    $20.

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in McKenzie County?

    $160.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Odyssey File and Serve.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at publicsearch.ndcourts.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in McKenzie County?

    Filings go to the Clerk of District Court, located at 201 5th St NW, Watford City, ND 58854. You can reach the clerk at (701) 842-8230.

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