Jackson County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Jackson County, MO. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Kansas City area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$5,000
Courts (2)
2 courthouses
Main Courthouse
Jackson County Courthouse - Kansas City
415 E 12th Street
Kansas City, MO 64106
Other Courthouse Locations
Eastern Jackson County Courthouse - Independence
308 W Kansas Avenue
Independence, MO 64050
Serves: Eastern Jackson County (including Blue Springs, Independence, Lee's Summit, Raytown)
How to File in Jackson 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.
Important for Jackson County: Kansas City area. Missouri limit is $5,000.
Ready to take action in Jackson County?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideFor statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Missouri small claims court guide →