Calhoun County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$175
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Not available
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$175
Divorce / family$80 to $175

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $175, the civil filing fee in Calhoun County is higher than most nearby counties (median $150 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Calhoun County Clerk / 37th Circuit Court Clerk's Office
Kimberly A. Hinkley
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Courthouses in Calhoun County

CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

10th District Court (Calhoun County Justice Center)

Address
161 E. Michigan Ave., Battle Creek, 49014
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile

37th Circuit Court (Calhoun County Justice Center)

Address
161 E. Michigan Ave., Battle Creek, 49014
Probate

Calhoun County Probate Court (Calhoun County Justice Center)

Address
161 E. Michigan Ave., Battle Creek, 49014

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Calhoun County, Michigan is $175 (circuit court civil filing) per county fee schedule.

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

    $175 filing plus $80 judgment fee for divorce.

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

    E-filing is not available. Documents are filed on paper with the clerk of court.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Calhoun County?

    Filings go to the Calhoun County Clerk / 37th Circuit Court Clerk's Office. You can reach the clerk at (269) 969-6518.

Calhoun County Courts, MI: (269) 969-6518, Hours & $175 Filing Fee | 1Court