Stark County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 27, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$160
New civil suit · District Court
E-filing
Available
Through Odyssey eFile
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$160
Small claims$20
Divorce / family$160

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $160, the civil filing fee in Stark County is about the same as nearby counties (median $160 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Stark County Clerk of District Court
Kimberly L. Schwartz
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Stark County

CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsEvictionTraffic

Stark County District Court

Address
51 3rd St E, Dickinson, 58601

Need papers served or filed in Stark County? Nationwide Legal, our partner company, handles process service and court filing here.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

    $20.

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

    $160.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Odyssey eFile.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Stark County?

    Filings go to the Stark County Clerk of District Court. You can reach the clerk at (701) 227-3184.

Stark County District Court, ND: (701) 227-3184, Hours & $160 Filing Fee | 1Court