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Crittenden County Circuit Court Clerk

Filing information for Crittenden County Circuit Court Clerk in Marion, KY. Part of the Crittenden County small claims court system.

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Kentucky flagSmall 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

Crittenden County Circuit Court Clerk

208 S. Main St.

Marion, KY 42064

Mailing Address

107 S. Main St., Suite 202

Marion, KY 42064

Phone: (270) 965-4200Fax: (270) 965-4572Email: MelissaGuill@kycourts.net

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Area Served

All of Crittenden County

How to File at Crittenden County Circuit Court Clerk

E-filing available

This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.

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.

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

Read the demand letter guide

Small 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

See the full Kentucky small claims court guide →

Common questions

How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Crittenden County Circuit Court Clerk?

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 Crittenden County?

Small claims cases in Crittenden 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 Crittenden County Circuit Court Clerk?

Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Crittenden County. You can also file in person or by mail. The clerk's office can tell you which option is fastest for your case.

Where is Crittenden County Circuit Court Clerk, and when is it open?

Crittenden County Circuit Court Clerk is at 208 S. Main St., Marion, KY 42064. Posted hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Phone: (270) 965-4200. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.

Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Marion?

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.