Wilson 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 Tyler Technologies
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 Wilson County is about the same as nearby counties (median $200 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Wilson County Clerk of Superior Court
Karen F. Wellington
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Wilson County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction

Wilson County District Court

Address
115 E Nash St, Wilson, 27894

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Wilson County, North Carolina is $200.00 Superior Court civil action ($150.00 District Court civil); G.S. 7A-305; effective 1/1/2025.

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

    $96.00 magistrate small claims action; effective 1/1/2025.

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

    $225.00 absolute divorce ($150 District Court civil filing plus $75 divorce fee); effective 1/1/2025.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Tyler Technologies.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Wilson County?

    Filings go to the Wilson County Clerk of Superior Court. You can reach the clerk at (252) 206-3000.

Wilson County Superior Court, NC: (252) 206-3000, Hours & $200 Filing Fee | 1Court