Tippecanoe County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$157 to $185
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Required
Through Indiana statewide e-filing
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$157 to $185
Small claims$87 to $115
Divorce / family$20 to $157

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

Clerk & court records

Tippecanoe County Clerk of the Circuit Court
Julie Roush
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Tippecanoe County

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Clerk of the Tippecanoe Circuit and Superior Courts

Address
P.O. Box 1665, Lafayette, 47902
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Tippecanoe Circuit Court

Address
301 Main Street, Lafayette, 47901
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Tippecanoe Superior Court #1

Address
301 Main Street, Lafayette, 47901
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Tippecanoe Superior Court #2

Address
301 Main Street, Lafayette, 47901
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Tippecanoe Superior Court #3

Address
301 Main Street, Lafayette, 47901
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Tippecanoe Superior Court #4

Address
301 Main Street, Lafayette, 47901
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Tippecanoe Superior Court #5

Address
301 Main Street, Lafayette, 47901
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Tippecanoe Superior Court #6

Address
301 Main Street, Lafayette, 47901
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Tippecanoe Superior Court #7

Address
301 Main Street, Lafayette, 47901

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Tippecanoe County, Indiana is $157.00 (standard civil filing; ~$185 with sheriff service)

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

    $87.00 (small claims per state schedule; ~$115 with sheriff service)

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

    $157.00 (dissolution/domestic relations; plus $20 ADR fee where a county plan applies)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Indiana statewide e-filing. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Tippecanoe County?

    Filings go to the Tippecanoe County Clerk of the Circuit Court. You can reach the clerk at (765) 423-9326.

Tippecanoe Circuit Court, IN: (765) 423-9326, Hours & $157 Filing Fee | 1Court