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wayne County District Court
Address
224 E. Walnut St, Room 230, Goldsboro, 27530
Phone
wayne County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
E-filing
Available
Through NC eCourts / Tyler Technologies Enterprise Justice
Same-day deadline: 5:00 PM
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | Varies, see details |
| 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 wayne County is about the same as nearby counties (median $200 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Wayne County Clerk of Superior Court
Courthouses in wayne County
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wayne County Superior Court
Address
224 E. Walnut St, Room 230, Goldsboro, 27530
Phone
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Official links
- Case searchLook up a case by number or partyportal-nc.tylertech.cloud
- E-filing portalFile documents electronicallynccourts.gov
- 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 wayne County?
The civil filing fee in wayne County, North Carolina is Superior Court civil action $200.00; District Court civil action $150.00 (base filing fee, excludes sheriff service fee; per NC Civil Court Costs chart effective Jan 1, 2026)
What is the small claims filing fee in wayne County?
$96.00 (magistrate civil action base filing fee; NC Civil Court Costs chart effective Jan 1, 2026)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in wayne County?
$150.00 District Court civil filing fee plus $75.00 absolute divorce fee (G.S. 7A-305(a2)) = $225.00 (excludes service fees; effective Jan 1, 2026)
Can I e-file court documents in wayne County?
Yes. E-filing is available through NC eCourts.
Is there a free online case search for wayne County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at portal-nc.tylertech.cloud.
Where do I file court documents in wayne County?
Filings go to the Wayne County Clerk of Superior Court, located at 224 E. Walnut St, Room 230, Goldsboro, NC 27530. You can reach the clerk at (919) 722-6100.