Onslow 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 · Superior Court
E-filing
Available
Through NC eCourts
Same-day deadline: 5:00 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
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 $200, the civil filing fee in Onslow County is about the same as nearby counties (median $200 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Onslow County Clerk of Superior Court (NC General Court of Justice)
Cindy Casteen
Call the clerk
Jury service
(910) 478-3679

Courthouses in Onslow County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction

Onslow County District Court

Address
602 Anne Street (District Courthouse), Jacksonville, 28540
CivilCriminalProbate

Onslow County Superior Court

Address
625 Court Street (Superior Courthouse), Jacksonville, 28540

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Onslow County, North Carolina is $200.00 (Superior Court civil); $150.00 (District Court civil) - statewide eff. Jan 1, 2026.

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

    $96.00 (small claims before a magistrate)

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

    $225.00 absolute divorce ($150 District Court civil + $75 divorce fee)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through NC eCourts - Enterprise Justice.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Onslow County?

    Filings go to the Onslow County Clerk of Superior Court (NC General Court of Justice). You can reach the clerk at (910) 478-3600.

Onslow County Superior Court, NC: (910) 478-3600, Hours & $200 Filing Fee | 1Court