Polk County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Polk County, Florida.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$400.00
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$408.00

At $400, the civil filing fee in Polk County is about the same as nearby counties (median $400 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Polk County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller

Stacy M. Butterfield, CPA

255 N. Broadway Ave., Bartow, FL 33830
E-FilingMandatory

Florida Courts E-Filing Portal (myflcourtaccess.com) · for attorneys (Fla. R. Jud. Admin. 2.525); permissive for self-represented parties

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Filing Fees
Civil Complaint
$400.00
$400.00 (other civil action in circuit court; foreclosures tiered higher by claim value)
Small Claims
$300.00
$300.00 (claims $2,500.01 to $8,000, county court; lower tiers $55-$175 for smaller amounts)
Divorce / Family
$408.00
$408.00 (dissolution of marriage / annulment petition)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Polk County, Florida is $400.00 (other civil action in circuit court; foreclosures tiered higher by claim value)

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

    $300.00 (claims $2,500.01 to $8,000, county court; lower tiers $55-$175 for smaller amounts)

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

    $408.00 (dissolution of marriage / annulment petition)

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at pro.polkcountyclerk.net.

  • Where do I file court documents in Polk County?

    Filings go to the Polk County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller, located at 255 N. Broadway Ave., Bartow, FL 33830. You can reach the clerk at (863) 534-4000.

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