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

The civil filing fee in Marion County, Oregon is $281.00 (standard civil; tiered by amount claimed, e.g. $170 if $10,000 or less)

What is the small claims filing fee in Marion County?

$57.00 (claim $2,500 or less), $102.00 (over $2,500); heard in Circuit Court small claims.

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

$301.00 (dissolution of marriage)

Can I e-file court documents in Marion County?

Yes. E-filing is available through Odyssey File & Serve. It is mandatory for attorneys.

Is there a free online case search for Marion County?

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

Where do I file court documents in Marion County?

Filings go to the Marion County Circuit Court (Trial Court Administrator's Office), located at 100 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301. You can reach the clerk at (503) 588-5105.

Marion County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources

Civil filing fee

$170 to $281

New civil suit · Circuit Court

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E-filing

Required

Through Odyssey File & Serve

Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM

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Case records

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Main courthouse: Marion County Courthouse, 100 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301Clerk counter: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PMSource

Filing fees

Official fee schedule

Filing type	Fee	Details from the court
Civil lawsuit	$170 to $281	$281.00 (standard civil; tiered by amount claimed, e.g. $170 if $10,000 or less)
Small claims	$57 to $102	$57.00 (claim $2,500 or less), $102.00 (over $2,500); heard in Circuit Court small claims
Divorce / family	$301	$301.00 (dissolution of marriage)

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $281, the civil filing fee in Marion County is higher than most nearby counties (median $170 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Marion County Circuit Court (Trial Court Administrator's Office)

Linda Hukari (Trial Court Administrator)

Marion County Courthouse · Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to file a civil case in Marion County?
The civil filing fee in Marion County, Oregon is $281.00 (standard civil; tiered by amount claimed, e.g. $170 if $10,000 or less)
What is the small claims filing fee in Marion County?
$57.00 (claim $2,500 or less), $102.00 (over $2,500); heard in Circuit Court small claims.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Marion County?
$301.00 (dissolution of marriage)
Can I e-file court documents in Marion County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Odyssey File & Serve. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Is there a free online case search for Marion County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at webportal.courts.oregon.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Marion County?
Filings go to the Marion County Circuit Court (Trial Court Administrator's Office), located at 100 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301. You can reach the clerk at (503) 588-5105.