Newton County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$213
New civil suit · Superior Court
E-filing
Available
Through PeachCourt
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$213
Small claimsVaries, see details
Divorce / familyVaries, see details

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $213, the civil filing fee in Newton County is about the same as nearby counties (median $218 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Newton County Clerk of Superior Court
Linda D. Hays
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Newton County

CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminal

Newton County Magistrate Court

Address
1132 Usher St, Room 149, Covington, 30014

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Newton County, Georgia is $213 general civil action filing fee (eff. 2024-07-01), plus service fees.

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

    N/A at Superior Court; small claims filed in Magistrate Court.

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

    Divorce filed as civil action; $213 filing fee (eff. 2024-07-01), plus $120 publication if service by publication.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through PeachCourt.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at clerks.ncboc.com.

  • Where do I file court documents in Newton County?

    Filings go to the Newton County Clerk of Superior Court, located at 1132 Usher St, Room 338, Covington, GA 30014. You can reach the clerk at (770) 784-2035.

Newton County Superior Court, GA: (770) 784-2035, Hours & $213 Filing Fee | 1Court