Ingham County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Oct 22, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$25 to $150
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through MiFILE
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$25 to $150
Small claimsVaries, see details
Divorce / family$40 to $150

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

Clerk & court records

Ingham County Clerk (Clerk of the 30th Circuit Court)
Barb Byrum
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Courthouses in Ingham County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile

30th Circuit Court (Veterans Memorial Courthouse)

Address
313 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, 48901
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

54A District Court (City Hall, 6th Floor)

Address
124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, 48933

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Ingham County, Michigan is $150.00 (circuit court civil action, MCL 600.2529; plus $25 e-filing fee)

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

    Small claims heard in 54A/54B/55th District Courts, not Circuit.

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

    $150.00 (divorce filing; +$80 custody/parenting, +$40 support)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through MiFILE.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at cc.ingham.org.

  • Where do I file court documents in Ingham County?

    Filings go to the Ingham County Clerk (Clerk of the 30th Circuit Court), located at 313 W. Kalamazoo St, Lansing, MI 48933. You can reach the clerk at (517) 483-6500.

Ingham County Courts, MI: (517) 483-6500, Hours & $150 Filing Fee | 1Court