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

The civil filing fee in Ottawa 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 Ottawa County?

Small claims heard in 58th District Court, not Circuit Court.

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

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

Can I e-file court documents in Ottawa County?

Yes. E-filing is available through MiFILE.

Is there a free online case search for Ottawa County?

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

Where do I file court documents in Ottawa County?

Filings go to the Ottawa County Clerk / Register of Deeds (Clerk of the 20th Circuit Court), located at 414 Washington Ave, Room 320, Grand Haven, MI 49417. You can reach the clerk at (616) 846-8315.

Ottawa 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

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E-filing

Available

Through MiFILE

Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM

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Case records

Search online

Free public case search

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Main courthouse: Ottawa County Circuit Court Records Division (Main Office), 414 Washington Ave, Room 320, Grand Haven, MI 49417Clerk counter: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PMSource

Filing fees

Official fee schedule

Filing type	Fee	Details from the court
Civil lawsuit	$25 to $150	$150.00 (circuit court civil action, MCL 600.2529; plus $25 e-filing fee)
Small claims	Varies, see details	Small claims heard in 58th District Court, not Circuit Court
Divorce / family	$40 to $150	$150.00 (divorce filing; +$80 if custody/parenting time, +$40 if support)

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

Clerk & court records

Ottawa County Clerk / Register of Deeds (Clerk of the 20th Circuit Court)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to file a civil case in Ottawa County?
The civil filing fee in Ottawa 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 Ottawa County?
Small claims heard in 58th District Court, not Circuit Court.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Ottawa County?
$150.00 (divorce filing; +$80 if custody/parenting time, +$40 if support)
Can I e-file court documents in Ottawa County?
Yes. E-filing is available through MiFILE.
Is there a free online case search for Ottawa County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at micourt.courts.michigan.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Ottawa County?
Filings go to the Ottawa County Clerk / Register of Deeds (Clerk of the 20th Circuit Court), located at 414 Washington Ave, Room 320, Grand Haven, MI 49417. You can reach the clerk at (616) 846-8315.