Linn County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$170 to $283
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Required
Through Oregon eCourt / OJD eFile
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$170 to $283
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 Linn County is about the same as nearby counties (median $170 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Linn County Circuit Court (Office of the Trial Court Administrator)
Call the clerk
Jury service
(541) 967-3845

Courthouses in Linn County

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Linn County Circuit Court

Address
300 4th Ave SW (Linn County Courthouse), Albany, 97321

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Linn County, Oregon is $170.00 (amount claimed $10,000 or less) / $283.00 (more than $10,000 up to $50,000), per ORS 21.160; effective January 1 2026.

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

    $57.00 (claim of $2,500 or less) / $102.00 (more than $2,500), per ORS 46.570.

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

    $301.00 to file a petition for dissolution of marriage, per ORS 21.155.

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Linn County?

    Filings go to the Linn County Circuit Court (Office of the Trial Court Administrator). You can reach the clerk at (541) 967-3845.

Linn County Circuit Court, OR: (541) 967-3845, Hours & $170 Filing Fee | 1Court