Houston County Court Information
Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Houston County, Georgia.
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Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26At $218, the civil filing fee in Houston County is about the same as nearby counties (median $218 across 6 nearby counties).
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Benchmark eFiling (county system; replaced PeachCourt effective Nov 2025) · - all criminal and civil documents must be filed electronically via Benchmark effective Nov 12, 2025; PeachCourt ended Nov 28, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Houston County?
The civil filing fee in Houston County, Georgia is $218.00 (Superior Court civil/divorce filing, per Clerk of Superior Court fee list)
What is the small claims filing fee in Houston County?
$109.00 civil suit with service ($59.00 without service), Magistrate Court, eff. July 1, 2024.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Houston County?
$218.00 (divorce filing, Superior Court)
Can I e-file court documents in Houston County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Benchmark eFiling. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Is there a free online case search for Houston County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at court.houstoncountyga.org.
Where do I file court documents in Houston County?
Filings go to the Clerk of Superior Court. You can reach the clerk at (478) 218-4740.
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