Ward County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Ward County, North Dakota.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$160
E-filing
Yes
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$160

At $160, the civil filing fee in Ward County is about the same as nearby counties (median $160 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Ward County Clerk of District Court

Susan Hoffer

Self-Help & Jury

E-FilingYes

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Civil Complaint
$160
$160 (district court civil filing fee, effective 2025-07-01, increased from $80)
Small Claims
$20
$20 (effective 2025-07-01)
Divorce / Family
$160
$160 (family matters filed as district court civil actions; not separately listed)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Ward County, North Dakota is $160 (district court civil filing fee, effective 2025-07-01, increased from $80)

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

    $20 (effective 2025-07-01)

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

    $160 (family matters filed as district court civil actions; not separately listed)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Odyssey File and Serve.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at ndcourts.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Ward County?

    Filings go to the Ward County Clerk of District Court. You can reach the clerk at (701) 857-6600.

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