St. Clair County Court Information
Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for St. Clair County, Alabama.
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Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26At $297, the civil filing fee in St. Clair County is about the same as nearby counties (median $299 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk of Court
St. Clair County Circuit Clerk (30th Judicial Circuit)
Kathryn Burke
100 6th Avenue North Ste 400, Ashville, AL 35953AlaFile (Alabama Administrative Office of Courts)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in St. Clair County?
The civil filing fee in St. Clair County, Alabama is $297 circuit civil docket fee (or $197 if amount in controversy does not exceed $50,000); statewide statutory fee under Ala. Code 12-19-71.
What is the small claims filing fee in St. Clair County?
$35 (claims up to $1,500); $109 ($1,500-$3,000), per Ala. Code 12-19-71.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in St. Clair County?
$145 domestic relations/divorce filing, per Ala. Code 12-19-71.
Can I e-file court documents in St. Clair County?
Yes. E-filing is available through AlaFile.
Is there a free online case search for St. Clair County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at pa.alacourt.com.
Where do I file court documents in St. Clair County?
Filings go to the St. Clair County Circuit Clerk (30th Judicial Circuit), located at 100 6th Avenue North Ste 400, Ashville, AL 35953. You can reach the clerk at (205) 594-2184.
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