Nevada County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$435
New civil suit · Superior Court
E-filing
Available
Through Approved Electronic Filing Service Providers
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$435
Small claims$30 to $1,500
Divorce / family$435

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $435, the civil filing fee in Nevada County is about the same as nearby counties (median $435 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Superior Court of California, County of Nevada (Clerk of the Superior Court)
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Courthouses in Nevada County

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Superior Court of California, County of Nevada - Nevada City Courthouse

Address
201 Church St, Nevada City, 95959
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Superior Court of California, County of Nevada - Truckee Courthouse - Joseph Government Center

Address
10075 Levon Ave, Truckee, 96161

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Nevada County, California is $435.00 (unlimited civil complaint, amount over $35,000); Statewide Civil Fee Schedule, eff. 1/1/2026.

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

    $30 (<=$1,500); $50 ($1,500-$5,000); $75 ($5,000-$12,500, natural persons); $100 (>12 claims/12 mo); eff. 1/1/2026.

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

    $435.00 (petition for dissolution/legal separation/nullity); eff. 1/1/2026.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Approved Electronic Filing Service Providers.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Nevada County?

    Filings go to the Superior Court of California, County of Nevada (Clerk of the Superior Court), located at 201 Church St., Nevada City, CA 95959. You can reach the clerk at (530) 362-4309.

Nevada County Superior Court: (530) 362-4309, Hours & $435 Filing Fee | 1Court