Clay County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Clay County, North Carolina.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-30
Civil filing fee
$200.00
E-filing
Yes for attorneys
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$75

At $200, the civil filing fee in Clay County is about the same as nearby counties (median $208 across 6 nearby counties).

E-FilingYes for attorneys

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Civil Complaint
$200.00
$200.00
Small Claims
$96
$96
Divorce / Family
$75
$75 (absolute divorce filing; plus general civil court costs)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Clay County, North Carolina is $200.00.

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

    $96.

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

    $75 (absolute divorce filing; plus general civil court costs)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Tyler Technologies - NC eCourts File & Serve.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Clay County?

    Filings go to the Clerk of Superior Court, located at 261 Courthouse Dr Suite 1, Hayesville, NC 28904. You can reach the clerk at (828) 389-2300.

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