Clerk of District Court Fees

Search Fees


We are authorized to charge $10, per name searched, for searching our database for an individual or business. Your request for the search should be submitted in writing, accompanied by the appropriate fee, and a self-addressed, postage-paid, return envelope. Turn around time is two to three working days.

Filing fees

Civil cases have an $140 fee:
  • County fee: $70
  • Law library fee: $20
  • Supreme court automation fee: $40
  • Indigent civil legal services fee: $10

Probate cases have an $180 fee:

  • County fee: $110
  • Law library fee: $20
  • Supreme court automation fee: $40
  • Indigent civil legal services fee: $10


Filing fees will be collected in cash, money order, or certified check.

Appeals

The cost of appealing a case from the District Court to the Supreme Court is $100 payable to the Clerk of District Court and $140 made payable to the Supreme Court. These checks are due at the time the notice of appeal is filed.

Copy Fees


The copy fees for our office are $1 for the first page and $0.50 for each continuing page, per pleading.

Jury Demand Fees

The fee for a six-person jury is $50 and the fee for a 12-person jury is $150. Payment is due at the time of filing the jury demand.

Payment Methods

This court does not accept personal checks, debit or credit cards. We do accept business checks and certified funds.

Additional Information

For more information, please call (307) 235-9243.