Howard County Courthouse
Filing information for Howard County Courthouse in Cresco, IA. Part of the Howard County small claims court system.
E-Filing
✓ Available
Max Claim
$6,500
Courthouse Details
Howard County Courthouse
137 North Elm Street
Cresco, IA 52136
Mailing Address
137 North Elm Street
Cresco, IA 52136
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Area Served
Howard County
How to File at Howard County Courthouse
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: Electronic filing is mandatory unless an exemption from electronic filing requirements is obtained from the court. Public computers are available at the Clerk's office for e-filing assistance.
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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