Kings County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Kings County, California.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$435
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$435

At $435, the civil filing fee in Kings County is about the same as nearby counties (median $435 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Superior Court of California, County of Kings

1640 Kings County Drive, Hanford, CA 93230

Self-Help & Jury

Civil Complaint
$435
$435 (first paper, unlimited civil complaint over $35,000; Gov. Code 70611; eff. 2026-01-01)
Small Claims
$30
$30 (<=$1,500) / $50 ($1,500-$5,000) / $75 ($5,000-$12,500, natural persons); CCP 116.230; eff. 2026-01-01
Divorce / Family
$435
$435 (dissolution/legal separation/nullity petition; Gov. Code 70670; eff. 2026-01-01)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Kings County, California is $435 (first paper, unlimited civil complaint over $35,000; Gov. Code 70611; eff. 2026-01-01)

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

    $30 (<=$1,500) / $50 ($1,500-$5,000) / $75 ($5,000-$12,500, natural persons); CCP 116.230; eff. 2026-01-01.

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

    $435 (dissolution/legal separation/nullity petition; Gov. Code 70670; eff. 2026-01-01)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through eCourt e-filing.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at portal.kings.courts.ca.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Kings County?

    Filings go to the Superior Court of California, County of Kings, located at 1640 Kings County Drive, Hanford, CA 93230. You can reach the clerk at (559) 582-1010.

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