Onondaga County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$210.00
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online

At $210, the civil filing fee in Onondaga County is about the same as nearby counties (median $210 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Onondaga County Clerk's Office

Emily E. Bersani

(315) 435-2226
E-FilingMandatory

NYSCEF (NYS Courts Electronic Filing) · in Supreme Court for most civil actions since Jan 21, 2014; exceptions include matrimonial, CPLR Art. 78, foreclosure, mental hygiene

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Filing Fees
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Civil Complaint
$210.00
$210.00 (index number to commence a civil action)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Onondaga County, New York is $210.00 (index number to commence a civil action)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Onondaga County?

    Filings go to the Onondaga County Clerk's Office. You can reach the clerk at (315) 435-2226.

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