St. Lawrence 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
Small claimsVaries, see details
Divorce / familySee details

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $210, the civil filing fee in St. Lawrence County is about the same as nearby counties (median $210 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

St. Lawrence County Clerk
Sandra W. Santamoor
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in St. Lawrence County?

    The civil filing fee in St. Lawrence County, New York is $210 index number fee for a civil action (CPLR 8018(a); fee set by NY State). Confirmed on county fee schedule (revised 2025).

  • What is the small claims filing fee in St. Lawrence County?

    Town/Village courts: $10 (claim up to $1,000) or $15 (over $1,000); City courts: $15 (up to $1,000) or $20 (over $1,000). Set by NY State.

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

    $0 - no filing fees in Family Court (per NY State Filing Fees, nycourts.gov)

  • Can I e-file court documents in St. Lawrence County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through NYSCEF.

  • Is there a free online case search for St. Lawrence County?

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

  • Where do I file court documents in St. Lawrence County?

    Filings go to the St. Lawrence County Clerk, located at 48 Court Street, Canton, NY 13617. You can reach the clerk at (315) 379-2237.

St. Lawrence County Supreme Court, NY: (315) 379-2237, Hours & $210 Filing Fee | 1Court