Clerk of the District Court

Due to Court Modernization Rules taking effect January 1, 2022, there are changes to how pleadings will be accepted by the Clerk of the District Court's office.

Court Modernization Rules beginning January 1, 2022 for Attorneys:

The Supreme Court of Nebraska will move to MANDATORY E-FILING by attorneys on January 1, 2022. The Courts shall NOT accept any paper or fax filings for pleadings, motions, or other documents related to a pending matter. 

Attorneys must file electronically; paper documents will not be accepted by the Clerk of the District Court.

For further information, refer to the Supreme Court Rules here. 

Court Modernization Rules beginning January 1, 2022 for the General Public:

There are other changes for individuals without attorneys.  Self-represented litigants may continue to file paper documents with the Clerk of the District Court at this time.  We cannot accept filings by fax or email.

People filing without legal representation will be required to provide a valid email address upon filing any petition, motion, or brief with the Clerk's office.

For further information, refer to the Supreme Court Rules here.

Each county in the State of Nebraska has a clerk of the district court performing the administrative duties associated with the court. 

Nebraska law states that counties with 7,000 inhabitants are required to have a clerk of the district court elected by the voters. In counties with less than 7,000 the county board and district judge determine whether there should be a clerk of the district court. If a clerk of the district court does not exist, the county clerk is the ex officio Clerk of the District Court. 

Responsibilities

Besides being the administrative officer of the court, the clerks of the district courts are responsible for

  • Maintenance of the court's dockets 
  • Processing judgments
  • The record keeping and collection of child support and other support payments
  • The record keeping of criminal and civil, and juvenile cases

Electronic Payments

Make electronic payments online with a credit card or e-check through the Nebraska State website.