Cumberland 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
Required
Through eCourts File & Serve
Same-day deadline: 5:00 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Main courthouse: Judge E. Maurice Braswell Cumberland County Courthouse, 117 Dick St, Fayetteville, NC 28301Clerk counter: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PMSource
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$150 to $200
Small claims$96
Divorce / family$75 to $225

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

Clerk & court records

Cumberland County Clerk of Superior Court
Lisa Scales
Judge E. Maurice Braswell Cumberland County Courthouse · Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
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Courthouses in Cumberland County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction

Cumberland County District Court

Address
117 Dick St., Fayetteville, 28301

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Cumberland County, North Carolina is $150.00 District Court / $200.00 Superior Court (effective Jan 1, 2025)

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

    $96.00 (magistrate/small claims civil action; effective Jan 1, 2025)

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

    $225.00 absolute divorce ($150.00 District Court civil filing + $75.00 divorce fee)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through eCourts File & Serve. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Cumberland County?

    Filings go to the Cumberland County Clerk of Superior Court, located at 117 Dick St, Fayetteville, NC 28301. You can reach the clerk at (910) 475-3000.

Cumberland County Superior Court, NC: (910) 475-3000, Hours & $150 Filing Fee | 1Court