Gallatin County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$70 to $120
New civil suit · District Court
E-filing
Not yet verified
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Via the clerk
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$70 to $120
Divorce / family$200

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $120, the civil filing fee in Gallatin County is about the same as nearby counties (median $120 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Gallatin County Clerk of District Court (18th Judicial District)
Sandy Erhardt
Call the clerk

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Gallatin County, Montana is $120.00 civil commencement of action plus $70.00 per additional defendant/respondent appearance (MCA 25-1-201; per county/Park County fee schedule)

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

    $200.00 (petition for dissolution of marriage, includes summary and joint dissolution)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available.

  • Where do I file court documents in Gallatin County?

    Filings go to the Gallatin County Clerk of District Court (18th Judicial District), located at 515 S. 16th Ave, Rm 1041, Bozeman, MT 59715. You can reach the clerk at (406) 582-2165.

Gallatin County District Court, MT: (406) 582-2165, Hours & $120 Filing Fee | 1Court