Houston County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$218
New civil suit · Superior Court
E-filing
Required
Through Benchmark eFiling
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$218
Small claims$59 to $109
Divorce / family$218

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $218, the civil filing fee in Houston County is about the same as nearby counties (median $218 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Clerk of Superior Court
Terri L. Childers
Call the clerk
Jury service
(478) 218-4724

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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.

Houston County Superior Court, GA: (478) 218-4740, Hours & $218 Filing Fee | 1Court