Perry County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-30
Civil filing fee
$157.00
E-filing
Yes - mandatory for…
Case lookup
Free online

At $157, the civil filing fee in Perry County is about the same as nearby counties (median $173 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Clerk of the Circuit Court

Joan Hess

2219 Payne Street, Tell City, IN 47586
E-FilingYes - mandatory for…

Indiana E-Filing System (IEFS) · Yes - mandatory for attorneys statewide

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Civil Complaint
$157.00
$157.00

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Perry County, Indiana is $157.00.

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Perry County?

    Filings go to the Clerk of the Circuit Court, located at 2219 Payne Street, Tell City, IN 47586. You can reach the clerk at 812-547-3741.

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