Lincoln County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Lincoln County, South Dakota.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$72
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$97

At $72, the civil filing fee in Lincoln County is about the same as nearby counties (median $72 across 6 nearby counties).

Self-Help & Jury

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Civil Complaint
$72
$72 (civil case filed for jury/court trial: $25 filing plus $40 automation plus $7 law library; effective 2026-07-01)
Small Claims
$24.84
$24.84 to $42.84 (varies by claim amount, includes postage and surcharges; effective 2026-07-01)
Divorce / Family
$97
$97 (divorce/dissolution: $50 filing plus $40 automation plus $7 law library; effective 2026-07-01)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Lincoln County, South Dakota is $72 (civil case filed for jury/court trial: $25 filing plus $40 automation plus $7 law library; effective 2026-07-01)

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

    $24.84 to $42.84 (varies by claim amount, includes postage and surcharges; effective 2026-07-01)

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

    $97 (divorce/dissolution: $50 filing plus $40 automation plus $7 law library; effective 2026-07-01)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through File & Serve.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at ujs.sd.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Lincoln County?

    Filings go to the Lincoln County Clerk of Courts, located at 104 N. Main St., Canton, SD 57013. You can reach the clerk at (605) 987-5891.

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