Guernsey County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Oct 21, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$250 to $350
New civil suit · Court of Common Pleas
E-filing
Not yet verified
Deadline: varies by court
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$250 to $350

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $250, the civil filing fee in Guernsey County is about the same as nearby counties (median $250 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Guernsey County Clerk of Courts
Jennifer Johnson
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Guernsey County

Domestic Relations

Guernsey County Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Division

Address
801 E. Wheeling Ave., Cambridge, 43725
CivilCriminal

Guernsey County Court of Common Pleas, General Division

Address
801 E. Wheeling Ave., Room E, Cambridge, 43725
ProbateJuvenile

Guernsey County Court of Common Pleas, Probate and Juvenile Divisions

Address
801 E. Wheeling Ave., Dept. D-203, Cambridge, 43725

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Guernsey County, Ohio is $250.00 (civil complaint deposit, Court of Common Pleas, excluding foreclosure); $350.00 (foreclosure)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at clerkofcourts.guernseycounty.org.

  • Where do I file court documents in Guernsey County?

    Filings go to the Guernsey County Clerk of Courts. You can reach the clerk at (740) 432-9230.

Guernsey County Court of Common Pleas, OH: (740) 432-9230, Hours & $250 Filing Fee | 1Court