Erie County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Erie County, Ohio.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$300.00
Case lookup
Free online

At $300, the civil filing fee in Erie County is lower than most nearby counties (median $350 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Erie County Clerk of Courts

Craig A. Hecht

323 Columbus Ave, Sandusky, OH 44870
Civil Complaint
$300.00
$300.00 (general civil complaint; $700.00 foreclosure) per Erie County Clerk of Courts Civil Division fee schedule
Small Claims
Filed in Erie County Municipal Court, not with the Common Pleas Clerk

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Erie County, Ohio is $300.00 (general civil complaint; $700.00 foreclosure) per Erie County Clerk of Courts Civil Division fee schedule.

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

    Filed in Erie County Municipal Court, not with the Common Pleas Clerk.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at clerkofcourts.eriecounty.oh.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Erie County?

    Filings go to the Erie County Clerk of Courts, located at 323 Columbus Ave, Sandusky, OH 44870. You can reach the clerk at (419) 627-7705.

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