LaPorte County Court Information
Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for LaPorte County, Indiana.
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Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26At $157, the civil filing fee in LaPorte County is about the same as nearby counties (median $157 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk of Court
LaPorte County Clerk of the Circuit Court
Heather Stevens
813 Lincolnway Suite 105, La Porte, IN 46350Self-Help & Jury
Indiana E-Filing System (Odyssey; multiple approved vendors) · Yes for attorneys statewide; self-represented may e-file
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.
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