Craven County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$150 to $200
New civil suit · District Court
E-filing
Available
Through Tyler Technologies
Same-day deadline: 5:00 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$150 to $200
Small claims$96

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $150, the civil filing fee in Craven County is lower than most nearby counties (median $200 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Craven County Clerk of Superior Court
Lexanne V. Huffman
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Craven County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction

Craven County District Court

Address
302 Broad St, New Bern, 28560

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Craven County, North Carolina is $150 total in District Court; $200 total in Superior Court (General Court of Justice civil cost, effective Jan 1, 2025)

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

    $96 (small claims filing fee, per NC Judicial Branch)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Tyler Technologies.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Craven County?

    Filings go to the Craven County Clerk of Superior Court, located at 302 Broad Street, New Bern, NC 28560. You can reach the clerk at (252) 639-3000.

Craven County Superior Court, NC: (252) 639-3000, Hours & $150 Filing Fee | 1Court