Small Claims Court | Clerk of the District Court
Clerk of the District Court
222 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309
Eligibility
Open to anyone
Required documents
Call for details
Hours
Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm, must file before 3:30 pm
(515) 875-5534
Voice·
Main Phone
(515) 875-5533
Fax·
Fax
Website
https://www.iowacourts.govApplication process
File online or call for help with filing
Fees
Filing fee, plus other costs depending on case
Service area
Polk County, IA
Small Claims Court offers court services to those looking to settle small claims through the court.
Last assured
08/26/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Clerk of the District Court
Responsible for Small Claims Court, and the Mental Health Division.