Wayne County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$157
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through Indiana E-Filing System
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$157
Small claims$87 to $97
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 Wayne County is about the same as nearby counties (median $157 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Wayne County Clerk of Courts (Clerk of the Circuit Court)
Debra Berry
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Courthouses in Wayne County

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Clerk of the Wayne Circuit and Superior Courts

Address
301 East Main Street, Richmond, 47374
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Wayne Circuit Court

Address
301 East Main Street, Richmond, 47374
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Wayne Superior Court #1

Address
301 East Main Street, Richmond, 47374
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Wayne Superior Court #2

Address
301 East Main Street, Richmond, 47374
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Wayne Superior Court #3

Address
301 East Main Street, Richmond, 47374

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Wayne County, Indiana is $157 statewide statutory civil filing fee (Indiana Trial Court Fee Manual, current through 2025 session); add sheriff service cost if requested.

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

    $97 ($87 if e-filed) per Indiana Trial Court Fee Manual.

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

    $157 civil filing fee; plus $20 ADR fee where the county has an approved plan (IC 33-37)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Indiana E-Filing System.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Wayne County?

    Filings go to the Wayne County Clerk of Courts (Clerk of the Circuit Court). You can reach the clerk at (765) 973-9220.

Wayne Circuit Court, IN: (765) 973-9220, Hours & $157 Filing Fee | 1Court