Josephine County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$170
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through Odyssey File & Serve
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$170
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 Josephine County is about the same as nearby counties (median $170 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Josephine County Circuit Court (14th Judicial District)
Trina Swaja
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Courthouses in Josephine County

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Josephine County Circuit Court

Address
510 NW 6th St (Josephine County Courthouse), Grants Pass, 97526
Juvenile

Josephine County Circuit Court, Juvenile Court (Juvenile Justice Building)

Address
301 NW F St, 2nd Floor, Grants Pass, 97526

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Josephine County, Oregon is $170 (claim $10,000 or less) up to $1,178 (claim $10,000,000 or more), tiered per ORS 21.160; eff. 2026-01-01.

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

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

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

    $301 for dissolution of marriage, annulment, or separation, per ORS 21.155; eff. 2026-01-01.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Odyssey File & Serve.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Josephine County?

    Filings go to the Josephine County Circuit Court (14th Judicial District), located at 510 NW 5th Street, Grants Pass, OR 97526. You can reach the clerk at (541) 476-2309.

Josephine County Circuit Court, OR: (541) 476-2309, Hours & $170 Filing Fee | 1Court