CivilCriminalFamily
Houston County Circuit Court
Address
114 N Oates St, Dothan, 36303
Phone
Houston County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$197 to $376
New civil suit
Filing fees
| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $197 to $376 |
| Small claims | $35 to $109 |
| Divorce / family | $145 to $224 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $297, the civil filing fee in Houston County is about the same as nearby counties (median $297 across 3 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Houston County Circuit Clerk (20th Judicial Circuit of Alabama)
Carla Woodall
Courthouses in Houston County
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTrafficJuvenile
Houston County District Court
Address
114 N Oates St, Dothan, 36303
Phone
Probate
Houston County Probate Court
Address
462 North Oates Street, Dothan, 36303
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Houston County?
The civil filing fee in Houston County, Alabama is $297.00 statutory docket fee for circuit civil suit over $50,000 ($197.00 if $50,000 or less), plus uniform statutory add-on costs (county total approx $376 / $276); set by Ala. Code 12-19-71, eff. 2026.
What is the small claims filing fee in Houston County?
$35.00 statutory docket fee for claim $1,500 or less; $109.00 for $1,500.01-$3,000 (Ala. Code 12-19-71); county total higher with service/add-ons.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Houston County?
$145.00 statutory docket fee, domestic relations/divorce at filing (Ala. Code 12-19-71); county total approx $224 with add-ons.
Can I e-file court documents in Houston County?
Yes. E-filing is available through AlaFile.
Is there a free online case search for Houston 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 Houston County?
Filings go to the Houston County Circuit Clerk (20th Judicial Circuit of Alabama), located at 114 North Oates Street, Dothan, AL 36303. You can reach the clerk at (334) 677-4800.