Marin County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$435.00
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$435.00

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

Clerk of Court

Superior Court of California, County of Marin

James M. Kim (Court Executive Officer)

3501 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903

Self-Help & Jury

Self-Help Center
E-FilingMandatory

Odyssey eFileCA (Tyler) · for represented parties in civil (Local Rule); permissive for self-represented

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Civil Complaint
$435.00
$435.00 (unlimited civil, first paper)
Small Claims
$30
$30 (up to $1,500) / $50 ($1,500-$5,000) / $75 ($5,000-$12,500)
Divorce / Family
$435.00
$435.00 (dissolution/legal separation/nullity petition)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Marin County, California is $435.00 (unlimited civil, first paper)

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

    $30 (up to $1,500) / $50 ($1,500-$5,000) / $75 ($5,000-$12,500)

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

    $435.00 (dissolution/legal separation/nullity petition)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Odyssey eFileCA. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at webportal.marin.courts.ca.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Marin County?

    Filings go to the Superior Court of California, County of Marin, located at 3501 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903. You can reach the clerk at (415) 444-7040.

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