Starke County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 27, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$157
New civil suit
E-filing
Available
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$157
Small claims$87
Divorce / family$157

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

Clerk & court records

Starke County Clerk
Bernadette Manuel
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Courthouses in Starke County

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Clerk of the Starke Circuit and Superior Courts

Address
53 East Washington Street, Knox, 46534
CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Starke Circuit Court

Address
53 East Washington Street, Knox, 46534

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

    $87.

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

    $157.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Starke County?

    Filings go to the Starke County Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (574) 772-9128.

Starke Circuit Court, IN: (574) 772-9128, Hours & $157 Filing Fee | 1Court