Madera County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$435
E-filing
No
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$435

At $435, the civil filing fee in Madera County is about the same as nearby counties (median $435 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Superior Court of California, County of Madera

200 South G Street, Madera, CA 93637

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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 Madera County?

    The civil filing fee in Madera 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 Madera 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 Madera County?

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

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Court e-Filing portal.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at madera-prod-portal.ecourt.com.

  • Where do I file court documents in Madera County?

    Filings go to the Superior Court of California, County of Madera, located at 200 South G Street, Madera, CA 93637. You can reach the clerk at (559) 416-5525.

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