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1. How do I know what I owe in court costs?

You should receive a bill in court or in the mail from the Butler County Circuit Clerk. If you do not
receive a copy, contact our office at 573-686-8087.

2. Where do I pay my costs and restitution?

Criminal, civil, juvenile and traffic costs, as well as standard costs such as board bill, fines, etc. should be paid to:
Butler County Circuit Clerk
100 N Main Street
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

Restitution payments may be paid to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. If you are unsure as to whether or not restitution is owed, please call the Butler County Prosecuting Attorney’s office prior to making your payment at 573-686-8060. To ensure proper credit, be sure to include your case number.

Court cost payments may be made 24 hours a day, seven days a week through PayByWeb.

3. When are my costs due?

- Civil and domestic fees are due at filing or upon order of the Court.
- Felony court costs are due upon orders from the Judge.
- Misdemeanor Traffic/Infraction court costs require a payment $50 per month until paid in full.


Court costs include but are not limited to fines, statutorily assessed costs, costs assessed by local court rule, Crime Victim’s Compensation Fund, County Law Enforcement Restitution Fund and board bill as well as a one-time, Time Payment Fee charge of $25. (Time Payment Fee is removed if costs are paid in full within 30 days of billing, regardless of the due date).

4. What happens if I do not pay my court costs on time?

Any delinquent balance after the due date will be submitted to the Missouri Department of Revenue for tax offset and CSI, a private collection agency. Costs submitted to CSI are subject to an additional 20% of the total amount due for collection fees.

You may be required to appear in court to show cause why your court costs have not been paid. Failure to appear will result in the issue of a warrant for your arrest. Failure to pay may constitute a violation of your probation.

5. How can I find out if I have a court date?

You should contact your attorney to find out if you have a court date.

6. How do I know what I owe in criminal restitution?

Please contact the Butler County Prosecuting Attorney’s office at 573-686-8060.

7. Where can I go to obtain a criminal background check on an individual?

Contact the Missouri State Highway Patrol 573-526-6153.