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Clerk of the LaPorte Circuit and Superior Courts
Address
813 Lincolnway, #105, LaPorte, 46350
Phone
LaPorte County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $157 to $185 |
| Small claims | $87 to $115 |
| Divorce / family | $20 to $185 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $157, the civil filing fee in LaPorte County is about the same as nearby counties (median $157 across 5 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
LaPorte County Clerk of the Circuit Court
Heather Stevens
Courthouses in LaPorte County
CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction
LaPorte Circuit Court
Address
813 Lincolnway, LaPorte, 46350
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction
LaPorte Superior Court #1
Address
300 Washington Street, #200, Michigan City, 46360
CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction
LaPorte Superior Court #2
Address
300 Washington Street, #202, Michigan City, 46360
CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction
LaPorte Superior Court #3
Address
813 Lincolnway, LaPorte, 46350
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction
LaPorte Superior Court #4
Address
300 Washington Street, #116, Michigan City, 46360
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in LaPorte County?
The civil filing fee in LaPorte County, Indiana is $157 civil filing fee ($185 incl. sheriff service); statewide, eff. 2024-07-01.
What is the small claims filing fee in LaPorte County?
$87 small claims filing fee ($115 incl. sheriff service); statewide, eff. 2024-07-01.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in LaPorte County?
$157 dissolution/domestic relations filing fee ($185 incl. service; +$20 ADR where applicable); statewide.
Can I e-file court documents in LaPorte County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Indiana E-Filing System.
Is there a free online case search for LaPorte County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at public.courts.in.gov.
Where do I file court documents in LaPorte County?
Filings go to the LaPorte County Clerk of the Circuit Court, located at 813 Lincolnway Suite 105, La Porte, IN 46350. You can reach the clerk at (219) 326-6808.