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MO County Guide

St. Charles County Small Claims Court

Small Claims Court (Circuit Court) • Population: 405,262

$5,000
Maximum Claim
$25 - $50
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

St. Charles County Courthouse — Small Claims

Address

300 N 2nd St, St. Charles, MO 63301

Local Tips

  • Missouri small claims limit is $5,000
  • Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Located in historic downtown St. Charles

How to File in St. Charles County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for Missouri small claims court (up to $5,000)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the St. Charles County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (Circuit Court)

4

Serve the defendant with official notice of the lawsuit

5

Prepare your evidence, documents, and witnesses

6

Attend the in-person hearing and present your case

Statute of Limitations in Missouri

10 years
Written Contracts
5 years
Oral Contracts
5 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in Missouri

Associate circuit judges hear cases
Counterclaims allowed

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in St. Charles County, Missouri, visit your local courthouse at 300 N 2nd St, St. Charles, MO 63301 or the Small Claims Court (Circuit Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($25 - $50), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $5,000.

The maximum you can sue for in Missouri small claims court is $5,000. This limit applies to all counties including St. Charles County.

In Missouri, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in St. Charles County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.

From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Missouri typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in St. Charles County may vary depending on court schedules.

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