DeKalb County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 27, 2026 · Official sources
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Clerk & court records

DeKalb County Circuit Court Clerk
Susan L. Martin
(615) 597-5711
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Courthouses in DeKalb County

CivilFamilyProbate

DeKalb County Chancery Court

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Address
1 Public Square, Room 302 (DeKalb County Courthouse), Smithville, 37166
Phone
(615) 597-4360
CivilCriminalFamily

DeKalb County Circuit Court

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Address
1 Public Square, Room 201 (DeKalb County Courthouse), Smithville, 37166
Phone
(615) 597-5711
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic

DeKalb County General Sessions Court

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Address
1 Public Square, Room 201 (DeKalb County Courthouse), Smithville, 37166
Phone
(615) 597-5711
Juvenile

DeKalb County Juvenile Court

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Address
1 Public Square, Room 201 (DeKalb County Courthouse), Smithville, 37166
Phone
(615) 597-5711

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    No free public online case search is available for this court. Contact the clerk of court for case records.

  • Where do I file court documents in DeKalb County?

    Filings go to the DeKalb County Circuit Court Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (615) 597-5711.

DeKalb County Circuit Court, TN: (615) 597-5711, Hours, Address & E-Filing | 1Court