Deschutes County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Deschutes County, Oregon.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$170
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$301

At $170, the civil filing fee in Deschutes County is about the same as nearby counties (median $170 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Deschutes County Circuit Court

Zoe Wild (Trial Court Administrator)

E-FilingMandatory

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Civil Complaint
$170
$170 (claim $10,000 or less); $283 ($10,000.01 to $49,999.99); $594 ($50,000 to $999,999.99). Basis ORS 21.160; effective 2026-01-01
Small Claims
$57
$57 (claim $2,500 or less); $102 (over $2,500). Basis ORS 46.570; effective 2026-01-01
Divorce / Family
$301
$301 (dissolution of marriage / domestic relations first appearance). Basis ORS 21.155; effective 2026-01-01

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Deschutes County, Oregon is $170 (claim $10,000 or less); $283 ($10,000.01 to $49,999.99); $594 ($50,000 to $999,999.99). Basis ORS 21.160; effective 2026-01-01.

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

    $57 (claim $2,500 or less); $102 (over $2,500). Basis ORS 46.570; effective 2026-01-01.

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

    $301 (dissolution of marriage / domestic relations first appearance). Basis ORS 21.155; effective 2026-01-01.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Oregon eCourt - OJD eFile. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Deschutes County?

    Filings go to the Deschutes County Circuit Court. You can reach the clerk at (541) 388-5300.

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