Santa Fe County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$132
New civil suit · District Court
E-filing
Required
Through Odyssey File & Serve
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$132
Small claims$77
Divorce / family$137

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $132, the civil filing fee in Santa Fe County is about the same as nearby counties (median $132 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

First Judicial District Court Clerk's Office
Call the clerk
Jury service
(505) 455-8306

Courthouses in Santa Fe County

CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenile

First Judicial District Court, Santa Fe County

Address
225 Montezuma Ave, Santa Fe, 87501
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic

Santa Fe County Magistrate Court

Address
2056 Galisteo St, Santa Fe, 87505

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Santa Fe County, New Mexico is $132.00 (district court civil filing fee)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Santa Fe County?

    $77.00 (Magistrate Court civil complaint filing fee)

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

    $137.00 (new/reopened domestic relations case, incl. divorce petition)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Santa Fe County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through Odyssey File & Serve. It is mandatory for attorneys.

  • Is there a free online case search for Santa Fe County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at caselookup.nmcourts.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Santa Fe County?

    Filings go to the First Judicial District Court Clerk's Office. You can reach the clerk at (505) 455-8250.

Santa Fe County Courts, NM: (505) 455-8250, Hours & $132 Filing Fee | 1Court