Polk County Circuit Clerks Office

04/03/2026

Warning: Scammers Are Active.

The Courts will not solicit payment for costs via text message. Check www.courts.mo.gov/casenet for case information or call the Circuit Clerk's office for assistance.

Picture of text being sent is in the comments. Please warn your friends and family about this issue.

02/19/2026

⚠️ SCAM ALERT: "Missed Jury Duty" Phone Calls

Our office has been notified of a local scam where callers pose as law enforcement—often using a specific rank like "Sergeant"—to claim you’ve missed jury duty. They may threaten you with fines or arrest to trick you into giving up money or personal data.

Stay safe by remembering these three facts:

1. Official Notification is Paper-Only: If your service is required, you will always receive a formal jury summons via U.S. Mail.
2. Courts Don't Call for Cash: No legitimate court or law enforcement agency will ever call you to demand immediate payment over the phone.
3. Refuse Suspicious Requests: Never provide credit card numbers, gift card codes, or wire transfers to someone calling you out of the blue.

Verify Before You Act:
If you’re worried about your jury status, hang up and contact the Polk County Circuit Court directly at 417-326-4912.

01/25/2026

Due to the winter conditions and extreme cold, the Polk County Circuit Clerk's Office will be closed Monday, January 26th.

All court cases for 1-26-26 will be rescheduled at a later date.
Please stay safe and warm.

01/13/2026

Jurors summoned for Thursday, January 15, 2026 DO NOT need to report for jury duty. The jury trial has been cancelled.
Thank you!

Send a message to learn more

01/13/2026

The Polk County Circuit Clerk's office is seeking a part-time apprentice court clerk. This position offers 26 hours per week and state benefits. To apply, please visit the link below.
Thank you.

Take a look at this role and apply today!

12/30/2025

Starting January 1, 2026, we will be adjusting our hours of operation. Our new hours will be 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
We look forward to seeing you! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

12/23/2025

The Polk County Circuit Clerk's Office is closed for Christmas. Office hours will resume on Monday, December 29, 2025 at 8:00 am.

Merry Christmas!!

11/12/2025

The jury trial scheduled for Thursday, November 13, 2025 (tomorrow) has been cancelled. You do not need to appear. You will be notified by mail if your service is needed again. Thank you

09/11/2025

The jury trial scheduled for Thursday, September 18, 2025, has been cancelled.

Jurors summoned for this date do not need to appear.

If you have any questions, please call the Circuit Clerks office at 417-326-4912.

Thank you!

Send a message to learn more

02/18/2025

If you had court scheduled, please contact your attorney for your new court date, or check courts.mo.gov/casenet for the new court date. Thank you

The Courthouse will be closing at noon today and remain closed Wednesday, February 19. Please be safe and stay warm the next couple of days.

01/06/2025

The Circuit Court of Polk County will be closed Monday, January 6, 2025 due to the weather conditions. If you had court scheduled, please reach out to your attorney or call the office once we reopen to receive your new court date.

06/26/2024

The Polk County Circuit Clerks Office is now accepting applications for an Apprentice Court Clerk position. If interested you can apply online at https://mocareers.mo.gov .