Watauga 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 Enterprise Justice
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 $200, the civil filing fee in Watauga County is about the same as nearby counties (median $200 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Watauga County Clerk of Superior Court
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Watauga County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction

Watauga County District Court

Address
842 W King St, Suite 13, Boone, 28607

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Watauga County, North Carolina is $200 (Superior Court); $150 (District Court)

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

    $96.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Enterprise Justice.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Watauga County?

    Filings go to the Watauga County Clerk of Superior Court. You can reach the clerk at (828) 268-6600.

Watauga County Superior Court, NC: (828) 268-6600, Hours & $200 Filing Fee | 1Court