Madison County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$210
New civil suit
E-filing
Available
Through NYSCEF
Same-day: filed when received
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$210
Divorce / family$30 to $210

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $210, the civil filing fee in Madison County is about the same as nearby counties (median $210 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in Madison County

Need papers served or filed in Madison County? Nationwide Legal, our partner company, handles process service and court filing here.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Madison County, New York is $210 index number to commence an action (CPLR 8018)

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

    $210 index number to commence a matrimonial (divorce) action, plus $95 Request for Judicial Intervention and $30 note of issue (CPLR 8018/8020)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through NYSCEF.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Madison County?

    Filings go to the Madison County Clerk, located at 138 N Court Street, Building 4, Wampsville, NY 13163. You can reach the clerk at (315) 366-2261.

Madison County Supreme Court, NY: (315) 366-2261, Hours & $210 Filing Fee | 1Court