Ocean County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Ocean County, New Jersey.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$250.00
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$300.00

At $250, the civil filing fee in Ocean County is about the same as nearby counties (median $250 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean Vicinage (Vicinage 14)

118 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ 08754

Self-Help & Jury

Self-Help Center(732) 504-0700
E-FilingMandatory

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Civil Complaint
$250.00
$250.00 (Law Division, Civil Part complaint, first paper by plaintiff)
Small Claims
$35.00
$35.00 (Special Civil Part small claims, one defendant; +$5.00 each additional defendant)
Divorce / Family
$300.00
$300.00 (complaint for divorce, Family Part; separate $25 parent education fee may apply)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Ocean County, New Jersey is $250.00 (Law Division, Civil Part complaint, first paper by plaintiff)

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

    $35.00 (Special Civil Part small claims, one defendant; +$5.00 each additional defendant)

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

    $300.00 (complaint for divorce, Family Part; separate $25 parent education fee may apply)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through eCourts. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at njcourts.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Ocean County?

    Filings go to the Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean Vicinage (Vicinage 14), located at 118 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ 08754. You can reach the clerk at (732) 504-0700.

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