Marion County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Marion County, MO. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Palmyra area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$5,000
Courts (2)
2 courthouses
Main Courthouse
Marion County Courthouse - Palmyra (District 1)
100 S Main St
Palmyra, MO 63461
Other Courthouse Locations
Marion County Courthouse - Hannibal (District 2)
906 Broadway
Hannibal, MO 63401
Serves: Marion County
How to File in Marion 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 Marion 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 →