CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction
Gaston County District Court
Address
325 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Suite 1004, Gastonia, 28052
Phone
Gaston County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
E-filing
Required
Through Tyler Technologies File & Serve
Same-day deadline: 5:00 PM
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $30 to $200 |
| Small claims | $30 to $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 Gaston County is about the same as nearby counties (median $200 across 4 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Gaston County Clerk of Superior Court
Roxann Rankin
Gaston County Courthouse · Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Courthouses in Gaston County
CivilCriminalProbate
Gaston County Superior Court
Address
325 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Suite 1004, Gastonia, 28052
Phone
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Official links
- Case searchLook up a case by number or partyportal-nc.tylertech.cloud
- E-filing portalFile documents electronicallyefilenc.tylertech.cloud
- Fee scheduleThe court's official fee listnccourts.gov
- Online paymentsPay fines, fees and costsnccourts.gov
- Self-helpHelp for people without a lawyernccourts.gov
- Jury serviceJuror informationnccourts.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Gaston County?
The civil filing fee in Gaston County, North Carolina is $200.00 general civil action in Superior Court; $150.00 in District Court; plus $30.00 per item of civil process served by sheriff (NC AOC Court Costs Chart per G.S. 7A-305/7A-311; effective Jan 1, 2024)
What is the small claims filing fee in Gaston County?
$96.00 small claims (magistrate) civil action; plus $30.00 per item of civil process served by sheriff (effective Jan 1, 2024)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Gaston County?
$150.00 District Court civil filing (e.g., custody/support); absolute divorce adds $75.00; no fee for Chapter 50B domestic violence protective orders (effective Jan 1, 2024)
Can I e-file court documents in Gaston County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Tyler Technologies File & Serve. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Is there a free online case search for Gaston County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at portal-nc.tylertech.cloud.
Where do I file court documents in Gaston County?
Filings go to the Gaston County Clerk of Superior Court, located at 325 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Suite 1004, Gastonia, NC 28052. You can reach the clerk at (704) 852-3100.