Wilkes County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$200
New civil suit · Superior Court
E-filing
Available
Through NC eCourts File and Serve
Same-day deadline: 5:00 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$200
Small claims$96
Divorce / family$75 to $275

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $200, the civil filing fee in Wilkes County is about the same as nearby counties (median $200 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in Wilkes County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction

Wilkes County District Court

Address
500 Courthouse Dr, Wilkesboro, 28697

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Wilkes County, North Carolina is $200.00 general civil action filing fee, per N.C.G.S. 7A-305 (effective January 1, 2025)

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

    $96.00 small claims action before a magistrate.

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

    $275.00 absolute divorce ($200.00 civil filing fee plus $75.00 divorce fee), effective January 1, 2025.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through NC eCourts File and Serve.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Wilkes County?

    Filings go to the Wilkes County Clerk of Superior Court, located at 500 Courthouse Drive, Suite 1115, Wilkesboro, NC 28697. You can reach the clerk at (336) 651-4400.

Wilkes County Superior Court, NC: (336) 651-4400, Hours & $200 Filing Fee | 1Court