Stark County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Oct 21, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$50 to $793
New civil suit · Court of Common Pleas
E-filing
Not yet verified
Deadline: varies by court
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Main courthouse: Stark County Courthouse, 115 Central Plaza North, Suite 101, Canton, OH 44702Clerk counter: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-4:30 PMSource
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$50 to $793

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $323, the civil filing fee in Stark County is about the same as nearby counties (median $319 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Stark County Clerk of Courts (Court of Common Pleas)
Lynn Todaro
Stark County Courthouse · Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
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Courthouses in Stark County

FamilyJuvenile

Stark County Court of Common Pleas, Family Court Division

Address
110 Central Plaza S., 6th Floor, Canton, 44702
Probate

Stark County Court of Common Pleas, Probate Division

Address
110 Central Plaza S., Suite 501, Canton, 44702

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Stark County, Ohio is $323.00 (civil complaint deposit, Court of Common Pleas, first 4 defendants; $50.00 per additional group of 5); $793.00 (foreclosure)

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at starkcjis.org.

  • Where do I file court documents in Stark County?

    Filings go to the Stark County Clerk of Courts (Court of Common Pleas), located at 115 Central Plaza North, Suite 101, Canton, OH 44702. You can reach the clerk at (330) 451-7801 (main); (330) 451-7795 (Civil); (330) 451-7792 (Domestic Relations)

Stark County Court of Common Pleas, OH: Phone, Hours & $323 Filing Fee | 1Court