Bartholomew County County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Bartholomew County County, Indiana.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$157
E-filing
Yes for attorneys
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$157

At $157, the civil filing fee in Bartholomew County County is about the same as nearby counties (median $157 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Bartholomew County Clerk of the Circuit Court

Shari Lentz

234 Washington Street, Columbus, IN 47201
E-FilingYes for attorneys

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Filing Fees
Civil Complaint
$157
$157 for a standard civil case (statutory statewide court costs, IC 33-37)
Small Claims
$97
$97 for small claims (statutory statewide court costs)
Divorce / Family
$157
$157 (dissolution of marriage filed as a standard civil case)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Bartholomew County County, Indiana is $157 for a standard civil case (statutory statewide court costs, IC 33-37)

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

    $97 for small claims (statutory statewide court costs)

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

    $157 (dissolution of marriage filed as a standard civil case)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Indiana E-Filing System.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at public.courts.in.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Bartholomew County County?

    Filings go to the Bartholomew County Clerk of the Circuit Court, located at 234 Washington Street, Columbus, IN 47201. You can reach the clerk at (812) 379-1600.

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