Hancock County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$157
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
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Case records
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Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$157
Small claims$87
Divorce / family$20 to $157

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $157, the civil filing fee in Hancock County is about the same as nearby counties (median $157 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Hancock County Clerk of the Circuit Court
Lisa M. Lofgreen
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Courthouses in Hancock County

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Clerk of the Hancock Circuit and Superior Courts

Address
9 East Main Street, Rm. 213, Greenfield, 46140
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Hancock Circuit Court

Address
9 East Main Street, #302, Greenfield, 46140
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Hancock Superior Court #1

Address
9 East Main Street, #303, Greenfield, 46140
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Hancock Superior Court #2

Address
9 East Main Street, #217, Greenfield, 46140

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Hancock County, Indiana is $157 (civil plenary filing fee collected by clerk, per IC 33-37-4; eff. 7/1/2025 per Indiana SBOA fee schedule)

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

    $87 (small claims filing fee collected by clerk; eff. 7/1/2025 per Indiana SBOA fee schedule)

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

    $157 (dissolution/family civil filing fee; add $20 ADR fee where county has an approved plan; eff. 7/1/2025)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Tyler Technologies.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Hancock County?

    Filings go to the Hancock County Clerk of the Circuit Court. You can reach the clerk at (317) 477-1109.

Hancock Circuit Court, IN: (317) 477-1109, Hours & $157 Filing Fee | 1Court