Pasco County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$400
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Required
Through Florida Courts E-Filing Portal
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Main courthouse: Robert D. Sumner Judicial Center, 38053 Live Oak Ave, Dade City, FL 33523Clerk counter: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-5:00 PMSource
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$400
Small claims$55 to $500
Divorce / family$408

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $400, the civil filing fee in Pasco County is about the same as nearby counties (median $400 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller / Clerk of the Circuit Court
Nikki Alvarez-Sowles
Robert D. Sumner Judicial Center · Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
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Courthouses in Pasco County

CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenile

Pasco County Circuit Court - Robert D. Sumner Judicial Center (Dade City)

Address
38053 Live Oak Ave, Dade City, 33523
CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenile

Pasco County Circuit Court - West Pasco Judicial Center (New Port Richey)

Address
7530 Little Rd, New Port Richey, 34654
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic

Pasco County Court - Robert D. Sumner Judicial Center (Dade City)

Address
38053 Live Oak Ave, Dade City, 33523
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic

Pasco County Court - West Pasco Judicial Center (New Port Richey)

Address
7530 Little Rd, New Port Richey, 34654

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Pasco County, Florida is $400.00 (general civil action, circuit court)

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

    $55-$300 (county court by claim amount: under $100 = $55; $100-$500 = $80; $500.01-$2,500 = $175; over $2,500 = $300)

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

    $408.00 (dissolution of marriage)

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

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

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at pascoclerk.com.

  • Where do I file court documents in Pasco County?

    Filings go to the Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller / Clerk of the Circuit Court, located at 38053 Live Oak Ave, Dade City, FL 33523. You can reach the clerk at (352) 521-4542 (Dade City) / (727) 847-8031 (New Port Richey)

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