Ontario County Court Information
Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Ontario County, New York.
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Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26At $210, the civil filing fee in Ontario County is about the same as nearby counties (median $210 across 5 nearby counties).
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NYSCEF (NY State Courts Electronic Filing) · No; consensual/permitted for approved case types
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Ontario County?
The civil filing fee in Ontario County, New York is $210 index number fee to commence Supreme Court civil action (CPLR 8018)
What is the small claims filing fee in Ontario County?
N/A at County Clerk; small claims filed in City/Town/Village courts.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Ontario County?
$210 index number fee for matrimonial/divorce action (CPLR 8018); Family Court petitions have no filing fee.
Can I e-file court documents in Ontario County?
Yes. E-filing is available through NYSCEF.
Is there a free online case search for Ontario County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at searchiqs.com.
Where do I file court documents in Ontario County?
Filings go to the Ontario County Clerk's Office, located at 20 Ontario St, Canandaigua, NY 14424. You can reach the clerk at (585) 396-4451.
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