Barnstable County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Barnstable County, Massachusetts.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-30
Civil filing fee
$240.00
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$215.00

At $240, the civil filing fee in Barnstable County is lower than most nearby counties (median $275 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Barnstable County Superior Court - Clerk's Office (with Probate & Family Court - Register's Office)

Susan L. Moran (Clerk, Superior Court); Anastasia Welsh Perrino (Register of Probate)

Self-Help & Jury

Jury Service800-843-5879
E-FilingMandatory

eFileMA (Tyler Technologies) · for attorneys in Superior Court (Standing Order 1-23); permissive in Probate & Family

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Civil Complaint
$240.00
$240.00 (Superior Court complaint; plus $20 security + $15 surcharge = $275.00 total)
Small Claims
Heard in the District Court (Barnstable District Court), not Superior Court
Divorce / Family
$215.00
$215.00 (divorce complaint $200 + $15 surcharge, Probate & Family Court)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Barnstable County, Massachusetts is $240.00 (Superior Court complaint; plus $20 security + $15 surcharge = $275.00 total)

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

    Heard in the District Court (Barnstable District Court), not Superior Court.

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

    $215.00 (divorce complaint $200 + $15 surcharge, Probate & Family Court)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through eFileMA. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at mass.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Barnstable County?

    Filings go to the Barnstable County Superior Court - Clerk's Office (with Probate & Family Court - Register's Office). You can reach the clerk at (508) 375-6684.

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