Shawnee County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Shawnee County, KS. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Topeka area.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$10,000

Court

Shawnee County District Court (3rd Judicial District)

Courthouse Location

Shawnee County District Court (3rd Judicial District)

200 SE 7th Street, Room 209

Topeka, KS 66603

Phone: (785) 251-6710Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

How to File in Shawnee 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 Shawnee County?

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

Read the demand letter guide

For statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Kansas small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.