Alamance County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$30 to $200
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Filing fees

Official fee schedule
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$30 to $200
Small claims$96
Divorce / family$75 to $150

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $200, the civil filing fee in Alamance County is about the same as nearby counties (median $200 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Alamance County Clerk of Superior Court
Kristie Culler
(336) 570-5200Alamance.Clerk@nccourts.org
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Courthouses in Alamance County

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Alamance County District Court

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Address
1 Court Square, Graham, 27253
Phone
(336) 570-5200
CriminalTraffic

Alamance County District Court (Judge J.B. Allen Jr. Criminal Courthouse)

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Address
212 West Elm Street, Graham, 27253
Phone
(336) 570-5202
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Alamance County Superior Court (Judge J.B. Allen Jr. Criminal Courthouse)

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Address
212 West Elm Street, Graham, 27253
Phone
(336) 570-5202

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Alamance County, North Carolina is $200 (Superior Court) / $150 (District Court) base, plus $30 per item of sheriff service; effective January 1, 2025 (statewide, G.S. 7A-305)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Alamance County?

    $96 (magistrate small claims; statewide)

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

    $150 (District Court civil action) plus $75 for absolute divorce; effective January 1, 2025 (statewide)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Tyler Technologies File and Serve. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at portal-nc.tylertech.cloud.

  • Where do I file court documents in Alamance County?

    Filings go to the Alamance County Clerk of Superior Court. You can reach the clerk at (336) 570-5200.

Alamance County Superior Court, NC: (336) 570-5200, Hours & $200 Filing Fee | 1Court