Cowley County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Cowley County, KS. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Winfield area.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$10,000

Courts (2)

2 courthouses

Main Courthouse

19th Judicial District Court - Winfield

311 E 9th Ave

Winfield, KS 67156

Phone: (620) 221-5470Hours: 8 am to noon, 1 pm to 4 pm

Other Courthouse Locations

19th Judicial District Court - Arkansas City

118 West Central Avenue

Arkansas City, KS 67005

Serves: Cowley County

Phone: (620) 441-4520Hours: 8 am to noon, 1 pm to 4 pm
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How to File in Cowley 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 Cowley 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 Kansas small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.