Sutter County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $370 to $435 |
| Small claims | $30 to $75 |
| Divorce / family | $435 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $435, the civil filing fee in Sutter County is about the same as nearby counties (median $435 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Courthouses in Sutter County
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Official links
- Case searchLook up a case by number or partysutter.courts.ca.gov
- E-filing portalFile documents electronicallysutter.courts.ca.gov
- Fee scheduleThe court's official fee listsutter.courts.ca.gov
- Online paymentsPay fines, fees and costssutter.courts.ca.gov
- Self-helpHelp for people without a lawyersutter.courts.ca.gov
- Jury serviceJuror informationsutter.courts.ca.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Sutter County?
The civil filing fee in Sutter County, California is $435 first paper in an unlimited civil case (amount over $35,000); $370 for limited civil $10,001-$35,000 (fee schedule eff. 2024-01-01).
What is the small claims filing fee in Sutter County?
$30 for claims $1,500 or less; $50 for over $1,500 up to $5,000; $75 for over $5,000 up to $12,500 (fee schedule eff. 2024-01-01).
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Sutter County?
$435 for a petition for dissolution of marriage/domestic partnership, legal separation, or nullity (fee schedule eff. 2024-01-01).
Can I e-file court documents in Sutter County?
Yes. E-filing is available through e-File.
Is there a free online case search for Sutter County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at sutter.courts.ca.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Sutter County?
Filings go to the Superior Court of California, County of Sutter (Civil Division), located at 1175 Civic Center Blvd, Yuba City, CA 95993. You can reach the clerk at (530) 822-3304.