Colbert County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$197 to $297
New civil suit
E-filing
Not yet verified
Through AlaFile
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Via the clerk
No free online search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$197 to $297
Small claims$35 to $198
Divorce / family$145

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $297, the civil filing fee in Colbert County is about the same as nearby counties (median $297 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Colbert County Circuit Clerk's Office (Thirty-First Judicial Circuit)
Mark R. Eady
Call the clerk
Jury service
256-386-8511

Courthouses in Colbert County

CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTrafficJuvenile

Colbert County District Court

Address
201 N Main Street, Tuscumbia, 35674

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Colbert County?

    The civil filing fee in Colbert County, Alabama is $297 (matter in controversy exceeds $50,000); $197 ($50,000 or less)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Colbert County?

    $35 (up to $1,500); $109 ($1,500-$3,000); $198 ($3,000-$20,000)

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Colbert County?

    $145 (domestic relations docket, contested or uncontested)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Colbert County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through AlaFile.

  • Is there a free online case search for Colbert County?

    No free public online case search is available for this court. Contact the clerk of court for case records.

  • Where do I file court documents in Colbert County?

    Filings go to the Colbert County Circuit Clerk's Office (Thirty-First Judicial Circuit), located at 201 North Main Street, Tuscumbia, AL 35674. You can reach the clerk at (256) 386-8511.

Colbert County Circuit Court, AL: (256) 386-8511, Hours & $297 Filing Fee | 1Court