Campbell County District Court
Filing information for Campbell County District Court in Newport, KY. Part of the Campbell County small claims court system.
Small claims in Kentucky — the numbers that apply at this court
$2,500
maximum claim
$45
filing fee (published)
1–15 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Kentucky small claims guide · The form that starts a case (AOC-175): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Campbell County District Court
330 York St.
Newport, KY 41071
Mailing Address
330 York St.
Newport, KY 41071
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Area Served
Entire Campbell County
How to File at Campbell County District Court
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available statewide for self-represented litigants in small claims cases through KYeCourts. Users must register as a 'Self-Represented Litigant'. There is no fee to register for an e-filing account or to file documents electronically, but applicable filing fees still apply. An additional service fee of 2.25% (minimum $2.50) is charged by LexisNexis for online payments.
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
Ready to get your money back?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideSmall claims rules in Kentucky
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $2,500.
Lowest small claims limit in the country
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
15 yrs written contract · 5 yrs oral contract · 2 yrs property damage · 1 yr personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Campbell County District Court?
Filing fees in Kentucky are set by the state and are $45. If you can't afford the fee, Kentucky offers a fee waiver — ask the clerk how to apply. Fees change, so confirm the current amount with the court clerk before you file.
What's the most I can sue for in Campbell County?
Small claims cases in Campbell County are limited to $2,500. If your claim is worth more than that, you either have to bring it in a different court or give up the amount above the limit to stay in small claims. The clerk can confirm which court fits your claim.
Can I file online at Campbell County District Court?
Electronic filing exists here, but the record indicates it isn't open to people representing themselves — it's for attorneys. Plan to file in person or by mail, and ask the clerk whether that's still the case.
Where is Campbell County District Court, and when is it open?
Campbell County District Court is at 330 York St., Newport, KY 41071. Posted hours: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.. Phone: (859) 292-6305. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Newport?
Small claims court is built for people representing themselves, and most filers do exactly that. Whether an attorney may appear varies by state — the state guide linked on this page covers the rule where you are, and the clerk can confirm it.
Answers reflect published court data. Court rules and fees change — the clerk is always the authoritative source.