Shelby County Courthouse
Filing information for Shelby County Courthouse in Harlan, IA. Part of the Shelby County small claims court system.
E-Filing
✓ Available
Max Claim
$6,500
Courthouse Details
Shelby County Courthouse
612 Court St
Harlan, IA 51537
Mailing Address
612 Court St
Harlan, IA 51537
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Area Served
Shelby County
How to File at Shelby County Courthouse
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: Electronic filing is required unless an exception is granted by the court. Filers can request an electronic account or go to the Clerk of Court's office for filing assistance. Documents must typically be in PDF format.
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.
Ready to get your money back?
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, see the full Iowa small claims court guide →