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Superior Court of California, County of Lake - Clearlake Branch
Address
7000-A S Center Dr, Clearlake, 95422
Phone
Lake County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
E-filing
Available
Through Multiple approved Electronic Filing Service Providers
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $435 |
| Small claims | $30 to $100 |
| Divorce / family | $435 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $435, the civil filing fee in Lake County is about the same as nearby counties (median $435 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Superior Court of California, County of Lake
Courthouses in Lake County
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate
Superior Court of California, County of Lake - Lakeport Courthouse
Address
675 Lakeport Blvd, Lakeport, 95453
Phone
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Official links
- Case searchLook up a case by number or partylake.courts.ca.gov
- E-filing portalFile documents electronicallylake.courts.ca.gov
- Fee scheduleThe court's official fee listcourts.ca.gov
- Online paymentsPay fines, fees and costslakecourtsca.portalscloud.com
- Self-helpHelp for people without a lawyerselfhelp.courts.ca.gov
- Jury serviceJuror informationlakecourtsca.portalscloud.com
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Lake County?
The civil filing fee in Lake County, California is $435 first paper, unlimited civil complaint (amount over $35,000); statewide fee; eff. 2026-01-01.
What is the small claims filing fee in Lake County?
$30 (claim up to $1,500), $50 (to $5,000), $75 (to $12,500); $100 for filers with 12+ claims in prior 12 months; eff. 2026-01-01.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Lake County?
$435 petition for dissolution of marriage; statewide fee; eff. 2026-01-01.
Can I e-file court documents in Lake County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Multiple approved Electronic Filing Service Providers.
Is there a free online case search for Lake County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at lake.courts.ca.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Lake County?
Filings go to the Superior Court of California, County of Lake. You can reach the clerk at (707) 263-2374.