Caldwell County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Caldwell County, MO. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Kingston area.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$5,000

Court

Caldwell County Circuit Court

Courthouse Location

Caldwell County Circuit Court

49 East Main Street

Kingston, MO 64650

Phone: (816) 586-2771Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday

How to File in Caldwell 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 Caldwell County?

A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.

Read the demand letter guide

For statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Missouri small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.