Putnam County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$400
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Not yet verified
Deadline: varies by court
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$400

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing.

Clerk & court records

Putnam County Circuit Court Clerk's Office
Jennifer Wilkerson
Call the clerk
Jury service
(931) 526-2060

Courthouses in Putnam County

CivilCriminalFamily

Putnam County Circuit Court

Address
421 East Spring Street, Room 1C, Suite 49A, Cookeville, 38501
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic

Putnam County General Sessions Court

Address
421 East Spring Street, Room 1C, Suite 49A, Cookeville, 38501

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Putnam County, Tennessee is $400.00 (Circuit Court, Circuit Civil filing fee), eff. 2023-01-01.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Putnam County?

    Filings go to the Putnam County Circuit Court Clerk's Office. You can reach the clerk at (931) 528-1508.

Putnam County Circuit Court, TN: (931) 528-1508, Hours & $400 Filing Fee | 1Court