Bourbon County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Bourbon County, KS. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Fort Scott area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$10,000
Court
Bourbon County District Court
Courthouse Location
Bourbon County District Court
210 S. National Ave.
Fort Scott, KS 66701
How to File in Bourbon County
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse clerk during business hours. Pay the filing fee by cash, check, or credit card.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this courthouse first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee (check or money order) plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
Ready to take action in Bourbon County?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideFor statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Kansas small claims court guide →