Saginaw County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$175
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$175
Small claimsVaries, see details
Divorce / family$175 to $255

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $175, the civil filing fee in Saginaw County is higher than most nearby counties (median $150 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Saginaw County Clerk / Clerk of the 10th Circuit Court (Circuit Court Division)
Vanessa Guerra (County Clerk)
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Saginaw County

CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

70th District Court - Division 1

Address
111 S. Michigan Ave., Saginaw, 48602
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

70th District Court - Division 2

Address
111 S. Michigan Ave., Saginaw, 48602

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Saginaw County, Michigan is $175.00 (civil action)

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

    Heard in the District Court, not Circuit Court.

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

    $255.00 (divorce with minor children); $175.00 (without minor children)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at secure.saginawcounty.com.

  • Where do I file court documents in Saginaw County?

    Filings go to the Saginaw County Clerk / Clerk of the 10th Circuit Court (Circuit Court Division), located at 111 S. Michigan Ave., Saginaw, MI 48602. You can reach the clerk at (989) 790-5540.

Saginaw County Courts, MI: (989) 790-5540, Hours & $175 Filing Fee | 1Court