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How to Pay

By Phone, Mail, this Website, or in Person

Acceptable forms of payment are cash, business checks (no personal checks accepted), cashier’s check, money order, debit card, and credit card. If mailing, make your payment out to the Lawrence County Circuit Clerk and send to 240 N. Main St., Suite 110, Mt. Vernon, MO 65712. You may pay in person at the same location. If paying by phone, call 417-466-2471. The Circuit Clerk’s window hours are Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (except holidays).

Paying with a Card in Person or over the Phone

Debit or Credit Card

You may pay with a debit or credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa). There is a third party convenience fee collected by our credit card vendor. The Lawrence County Circuit Clerk’s Office does not receive any of these fees. Please note: If paying by phone, credit/debit card must be in the defendant’s name.

CONVENIENCE FEES

Credit Card

$0.00 – $50.00 | Fee: $1.25

$50.01 – $75.00 | Fee: $1.75

$75.01 – $100.00 | Fee: $2.15

$100.01 and up | Fee: 2.15% of the amount paid

Pay by Web

If paying by web, you will be directed to the State of Missouri Judicial Payments System. Higher third party convenience fees may apply. The Lawrence County Circuit Clerk’s Office does not receive any of these fees.

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