Benton County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Benton County, Arkansas.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$165.00
E-filing
Permissive
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$165.00

At $165, the civil filing fee in Benton County is about the same as nearby counties (median $164 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Benton County Circuit Clerk

Brenda DeShields

102 NE A St., Bentonville, AR 72712
E-FilingPermissive

eFlex (Arkansas Judiciary statewide system) · (registered attorneys and parties may e-file via eFlex)

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Civil Complaint
$165.00
$165.00 (initiating a civil action, A.C.A. 21-6-403)
Small Claims
Heard in Benton County District Court, not Circuit Court
Divorce / Family
$165.00
$165.00 (domestic relations/divorce; same as civil)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Benton County, Arkansas is $165.00 (initiating a civil action, A.C.A. 21-6-403)

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

    Heard in Benton County District Court, not Circuit Court.

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

    $165.00 (domestic relations/divorce; same as civil)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through eFlex.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at caseinfonew.arcourts.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Benton County?

    Filings go to the Benton County Circuit Clerk, located at 102 NE A St., Bentonville, AR 72712. You can reach the clerk at (479) 271-1015 (Civil/Domestic)

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