Benton County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$170 to $594
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through OJD eFile
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$170 to $594
Small claims$57 to $102
Divorce / family$301

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $170, the civil filing fee in Benton County is about the same as nearby counties (median $170 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Benton County Circuit Court (Oregon Judicial Department, 21st Judicial District)
Chris Westfall (Trial Court Administrator)
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Courthouses in Benton County

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Benton County Circuit Court

Address
120 NW 4th St (Benton County Courthouse), Corvallis, 97330

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Benton County, Oregon is $170 (claim $10,000 or less), $283 ($10,000-$50,000), $594 ($50,000-$1M); ORS 21.160; eff Jan 1, 2026.

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Benton County?

    $57 (claim $2,500 or less), $102 (over $2,500); ORS 46.570; eff Jan 1, 2026.

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

    $301 (dissolution/annulment/separation first appearance; ORS 21.155; eff Jan 1, 2026)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through OJD eFile.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at courts.oregon.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Benton County?

    Filings go to the Benton County Circuit Court (Oregon Judicial Department, 21st Judicial District), located at 120 NW 4th Street, Corvallis, OR 97330. You can reach the clerk at (541) 243-7850.

Benton County Circuit Court, OR: (541) 243-7850, Hours & $170 Filing Fee | 1Court