Howard 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
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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 Howard County is about the same as nearby counties (median $157 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in Howard County

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Clerk of the Howard Circuit and Superior Courts

Address
104 N. Buckeye Street, Room 202, Kokomo, 46901
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Howard Circuit Court

Address
104 N. Buckeye Street, #310, Kokomo, 46901
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Howard Superior Court #1

Address
104 N. Buckeye Street, #216, Kokomo, 46901
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Howard Superior Court #2

Address
104 N. Buckeye Street, #304, Kokomo, 46901
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Howard Superior Court #3

Address
104 N. Buckeye Street, #110, Kokomo, 46901
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Howard Superior Court #4

Address
104 N. Buckeye Street, Kokomo, 46901

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Howard County, Indiana is $157.00 (statewide statutory civil filing fee; effective July 1, 2025)

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

    $87.00 (statewide statutory small claims filing fee; effective July 1, 2025)

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

    $157.00 (dissolution/domestic relations; plus $20.00 ADR fee where a county plan applies; effective July 1, 2025)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Odyssey eFileIN.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at mycase.in.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Howard County?

    Filings go to the Howard County Clerk of the Circuit Court, located at 104 N. Buckeye St., Kokomo, IN 46901. You can reach the clerk at (765) 456-2202.

Howard Circuit Court, IN: (765) 456-2202, Hours & $157 Filing Fee | 1Court