Madison County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Madison County, Indiana.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$157.00
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$157.00

At $157, the civil filing fee in Madison County is about the same as nearby counties (median $157 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Madison County Clerk of the Circuit Court

Linda S. Smith

Self-Help & Jury

E-FilingMandatory

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Civil Complaint
$157.00
$157.00 statewide base filing fee for civil plenary or civil tort (plus a $75 jury fee for CT/PL cases and any local fees); per Indiana Trial Court Fee Manual
Small Claims
$97.00
$97.00 statewide base for a small claims case (excludes Marion County township courts); per Indiana Trial Court Fee Manual
Divorce / Family
$157.00
$157.00 statewide base for a dissolution of marriage (plus a $20 ADR fee where a county ADR plan applies)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Madison County, Indiana is $157.00 statewide base filing fee for civil plenary or civil tort (plus a $75 jury fee for CT/PL cases and any local fees); per Indiana Trial Court Fee Manual.

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

    $97.00 statewide base for a small claims case (excludes Marion County township courts); per Indiana Trial Court Fee Manual.

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

    $157.00 statewide base for a dissolution of marriage (plus a $20 ADR fee where a county ADR plan applies)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Madison County?

    Filings go to the Madison County Clerk of the Circuit Court. You can reach the clerk at (765) 641-9443.

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