Belmont County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$225 to $525
New civil suit
E-filing
Not yet verified
Deadline: varies by court
Case records
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Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$225 to $525
Divorce / family$251

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $225, the civil filing fee in Belmont County is about the same as nearby counties (median $250 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Belmont County Clerk of Courts (Common Pleas General Division)
Laura Zupko
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Courthouses in Belmont County

CivilCriminalFamily

Belmont County Court of Common Pleas, General and Domestic Relations Divisions

Address
101 W. Main St., St. Clairsville, 43950
ProbateJuvenile

Belmont County Court of Common Pleas, Probate and Juvenile Divisions

Address
101 W. Main St., St. Clairsville, 43950
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Belmont County Court, Western Division

Address
52160 National Rd., St. Clairsville, 43950

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Belmont County, Ohio is $225.00 complaint without jury demand (non-domestic, non-foreclosure); $525.00 with jury demand, per Belmont County Clerk of Courts cost schedule.

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

    $251.00 divorce/dissolution complaint, per Belmont County Clerk of Courts cost schedule.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at eservices.belmontcountycourts.com.

  • Where do I file court documents in Belmont County?

    Filings go to the Belmont County Clerk of Courts (Common Pleas General Division), located at 101 W Main St, St. Clairsville, OH 43950. You can reach the clerk at (740) 699-2169.

Belmont County Court of Common Pleas, OH: (740) 699-2169, Hours & $225 Filing Fee | 1Court