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Howard County Courthouse

Filing information for Howard County Courthouse in Cresco, IA. Part of the Howard County small claims court system.

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E-Filing

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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

Phone: (563) 547-9206Fax: (563) 547-9265Email: countyclerk.howard@iowacourts.gov

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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For statewide rules, see the full Iowa small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.