Chemung County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Chemung County, New York.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$210
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$210

At $210, the civil filing fee in Chemung County is about the same as nearby counties (median $210 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Chemung County Clerk's Office

Linda A. Forrest

210 Lake Street, Elmira, NY 14901
(607) 873-9450

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Civil Complaint
$210
$210 index number fee to commence a Supreme Court action; $400 index number for foreclosure actions
Divorce / Family
$210
$210 index number fee (matrimonial); Request for Judicial Intervention $95

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Chemung County, New York is $210 index number fee to commence a Supreme Court action; $400 index number for foreclosure actions.

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

    $210 index number fee (matrimonial); Request for Judicial Intervention $95.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through NYSCEF.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at iapps.courts.state.ny.us.

  • Where do I file court documents in Chemung County?

    Filings go to the Chemung County Clerk's Office, located at 210 Lake Street, Elmira, NY 14901. You can reach the clerk at (607) 873-9450.

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