Dearborn County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$157 to $185
New civil suit · Superior Court
E-filing
Available
Through Indiana E-Filing System
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$157 to $185

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $157, the civil filing fee in Dearborn County is about the same as nearby counties (median $157 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in Dearborn County

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Clerk of the Dearborn Circuit and Superior Courts

Address
165 Mary Street, Lawrenceburg, 47025
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Dearborn Circuit Court

Address
165 Mary Street, Lawrenceburg, 47025
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Dearborn Superior Court #1

Address
165 Mary Street, Lawrenceburg, 47025
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Dearborn Superior Court #2

Address
165 Mary Street, Lawrenceburg, 47025

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Dearborn County, Indiana is $157.00 (Circuit/Superior Court, new civil case, clerk-collected filing fee; $185.00 with sheriff service of process). Statewide Indiana statutory fee, eff. 2025-07-01.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Indiana E-Filing System. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Dearborn County?

    Filings go to the Dearborn County Clerk of Courts, located at 165 Mary Street, Lawrenceburg, IN 47025. You can reach the clerk at 812-537-8867.

Dearborn Circuit Court, IN: (812) 537-8867, Hours & $157 Filing Fee | 1Court