Portage County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$330
New civil suit · Court of Common Pleas
E-filing
Not available
Case records
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Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$330

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $330, the civil filing fee in Portage County is higher than most nearby counties (median $288 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Portage County Clerk of Courts (Court of Common Pleas, General Division)
Jill Fankhauser
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Courthouses in Portage County

CivilCriminal

Portage County Clerk of Courts, Common Pleas General Division

Address
203 W. Main St., Ravenna, 44266

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Portage County, Ohio is $330.00 deposit for other civil cases (Common Pleas General Division cost schedule)

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

    E-filing is not available. Documents are filed on paper with the clerk of court.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at services.portageco.com.

  • Where do I file court documents in Portage County?

    Filings go to the Portage County Clerk of Courts (Court of Common Pleas, General Division), located at 203 West Main St, Ravenna, OH 44266. You can reach the clerk at (330) 297-3644.

Portage County Court of Common Pleas, OH: (330) 297-3644, Hours & $330 Filing Fee | 1Court