Johnson County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$100 to $157
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Required
Through Indiana E-Filing System
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$100 to $157
Small claims$35 to $97
Divorce / familyVaries, see details

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

Clerk & court records

Clerk of the Circuit Court
Trena McLaughlin
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Johnson County

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Clerk of the Johnson Circuit and Superior Courts

Address
Five East Jefferson Street, Franklin, 46131
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Johnson Circuit Court

Address
Five East Jefferson Street, Franklin, 46131
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Johnson Superior Court #1

Address
Five East Jefferson Street, Franklin, 46131
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Johnson Superior Court #2

Address
18 West Jefferson Street, Franklin, 46131
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Johnson Superior Court #3

Address
18 West Jefferson Street, 1st Floor, Franklin, 46131
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Johnson Superior Court #4

Address
Five East Jefferson Street, Franklin, 46131

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Johnson County, Indiana is $157 total for a standard civil case ($100 statutory filing fee under IC 33-37-4-4 plus statutory court costs), per the Indiana Trial Court Fee Manual.

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

    $35 statutory filing fee under IC 33-37-4-6 (roughly $97 total with court costs), per the Indiana Trial Court Fee Manual.

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

    Filed as a civil case at $157 total (a $20 alternative dispute resolution fee may also apply where the county has an approved plan), per the Indiana Trial Court Fee Manual.

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Johnson County?

    Filings go to the Clerk of the Circuit Court. You can reach the clerk at (317) 346-4450.

Johnson Circuit Court, IN: (317) 346-4450, Hours & $157 Filing Fee | 1Court