Richland County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Oct 21, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$10 to $450
New civil suit · Court of Common Pleas
E-filing
Available
Through Richland County eServices
Deadline: varies by court
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$10 to $450
Divorce / family$450

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $450, the civil filing fee in Richland County is higher than most nearby counties (median $319 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Richland County Clerk of Courts
Heidi Ewing
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Richland County

Family

Richland County Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Division

Address
50 Park Ave. E., Mansfield, 44902
CivilCriminal

Richland County Court of Common Pleas, General Division

Address
50 Park Ave. E., 3rd Floor, Mansfield, 44902

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Richland County, Ohio is $450.00 (civil complaint deposit except foreclosures, no jury demand, Court of Common Pleas General Division); $450.00 (foreclosure, up to 5 defendants; $10.00 each additional defendant)

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

    $450 (Petition for Dissolution / Complaint for Divorce, Domestic Relations Division deposit)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Richland County eServices.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at eservices.richlandcountycpcourt.org.

  • Where do I file court documents in Richland County?

    Filings go to the Richland County Clerk of Courts. You can reach the clerk at (419) 774-3526.

Richland County Court of Common Pleas, OH: (419) 774-3526, Hours & $450 Filing Fee | 1Court