wayne County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$313.00
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$421.00

At $313, the civil filing fee in wayne County is lower than most nearby counties (median $350 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Wayne County Clerk of Courts

Scott Wiggam

215 North Grant Street, Wooster, OH 44691
(330) 287-5590swiggam@waynecourts.org

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Civil Complaint
$313.00
$313.00 (Common Pleas new civil complaint filing fee/deposit; no effective date published on the fee page)
Divorce / Family
$421.00
Divorce $421.00; Dissolution $371.00 (Domestic Relations, Common Pleas)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in wayne County, Ohio is $313.00 (Common Pleas new civil complaint filing fee/deposit; no effective date published on the fee page)

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

    Divorce $421.00; Dissolution $371.00 (Domestic Relations, Common Pleas)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Benchmark e-Filing System.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at courtsweb.waynecourts.org.

  • Where do I file court documents in wayne County?

    Filings go to the Wayne County Clerk of Courts, located at 215 North Grant Street, Wooster, OH 44691. You can reach the clerk at (330) 287-5590.

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