Mesa County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$265
New civil suit · District Court
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E-filing
Required
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Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
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Filing fees

Official fee schedule
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$265
Small claims$31 to $55
Divorce / family$260

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $265, the civil filing fee in Mesa County is about the same as nearby counties (median $265 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Mesa County Combined Court, 21st Judicial District
(970) 257-3640MesaCourtDocuments@judicial.state.co.us
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Jury service
(970) 257-3693

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Mesa County, Colorado is $265 (plaintiff, district court civil/money case; effective Jan 1, 2025 per HB24-1286)

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

    $31 (claims $0-$500) / $55 (claims $500.01-$7,500), plaintiff.

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

    $260 (dissolution of marriage petition)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Colorado Courts E-Filing. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at jbits.courts.state.co.us.

  • Where do I file court documents in Mesa County?

    Filings go to the Mesa County Combined Court, 21st Judicial District. You can reach the clerk at (970) 257-3640.

Mesa County District Court, CO: (970) 257-3640, Hours & $265 Filing Fee | 1Court