Wapello County Courthouse
Filing information for Wapello County Courthouse in Ottumwa, IA. Part of the Wapello County small claims court system.
E-Filing
✓ Available
Max Claim
$6,500
Courthouse Details
Wapello County Courthouse
101 W 4th St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday
Area Served
Wapello County
How to File at Wapello County Courthouse
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: Electronic filing is required in Iowa unless an exemption is granted by the court. Users must register for an account on the eFile website. Public computers are available at the Clerk of Court's office for e-filing.
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 →