CivilProbate
Superior Court of California, County of Stanislaus - City Towers Courthouse (Civil)
Address
801 10th St, Modesto, 95354
Phone
Stanislaus County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $370 to $435 |
| Small claims | Varies, see details |
| Divorce / family | $435 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $435, the civil filing fee in Stanislaus County is about the same as nearby counties (median $435 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Superior Court of California, County of Stanislaus - Civil Clerk's Office
Hugh K. Swift (Court Executive Officer / Clerk of the Court)
City Towers Courthouse · Mon-Fri 8:15 AM-4:00 PM
Self-help
(209) 548-6237Jury service
(209) 548-6280Courthouses in Stanislaus County
Juvenile
Superior Court of California, County of Stanislaus - Juvenile Court (Department 18)
Address
2215 Blue Gum Ave, Modesto, 95358
Phone
CriminalFamilyProbateJuvenile
Superior Court of California, County of Stanislaus - Main Courthouse
Address
800 11th St, Modesto, 95354
Phone
Traffic
Superior Court of California, County of Stanislaus - Traffic Court (Department 20)
Address
2260 Floyd Ave, Modesto, 95355
Phone
Small ClaimsEviction
Superior Court of California, County of Stanislaus - Turlock Court (Small Claims and Unlawful Detainer)
Address
300 Starr Ave, Turlock, 95380
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Stanislaus County?
The civil filing fee in Stanislaus County, California is $435.00 (unlimited civil, first paper; limited civil over $10,000 = $370)
What is the small claims filing fee in Stanislaus County?
Heard within Superior Court; $30 (claim $1,500 or less), $50 ($1,500.01-$5,000), $75 (over $5,000); $100 for frequent filers.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Stanislaus County?
$435.00 (dissolution/family law petition, first paper)
Can I e-file court documents in Stanislaus County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Odyssey eFileCA.
Is there a free online case search for Stanislaus County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at stanportal.stanct.org.
Where do I file court documents in Stanislaus County?
Filings go to the Superior Court of California, County of Stanislaus - Civil Clerk's Office, located at 801 10th St, Modesto, CA 95354. You can reach the clerk at (209) 530-3100.