Barry County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$25 to $150
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Not yet verified
Through MiFILE
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$25 to $150

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $150, the civil filing fee in Barry County is about the same as nearby counties (median $150 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Barry County Clerk (Clerk of the 5th Circuit Court)
Sarah M. VanDenburg
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Courthouses in Barry County

CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

56B District Court (Courts and Law Building)

Address
202 W. Court St., Hastings, 49058

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Barry County, Michigan is $150.00 (Circuit Court civil filing fee, MCL 600.2529(1); plus $25.00 electronic filing system fee for civil actions), per MI SCAO Circuit Court Fee and Assessments Table.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through MiFILE.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at micourt.courts.michigan.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Barry County?

    Filings go to the Barry County Clerk (Clerk of the 5th Circuit Court). You can reach the clerk at (269) 945-1285.

Barry County Courts, MI: (269) 945-1285, Hours & $150 Filing Fee | 1Court