Adams County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Adams County, Pennsylvania.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$201.75
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$210.00

At $202, the civil filing fee in Adams County is higher than most nearby counties (median $151 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Adams County Prothonotary (Civil Division, Court of Common Pleas)

Beverly Boyd

117 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325

Self-Help & Jury

Self-Help Center
Civil Complaint
$201.75
$201.75 (civil complaint, law or equity; effective 1/1/2025)
Divorce / Family
$210.00
$210.00 (divorce, commencement of action 3301(c)/(d); effective 1/1/2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Adams County, Pennsylvania is $201.75 (civil complaint, law or equity; effective 1/1/2025)

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

    $210.00 (divorce, commencement of action 3301(c)/(d); effective 1/1/2025)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through PACFile.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at ujsportal.pacourts.us.

  • Where do I file court documents in Adams County?

    Filings go to the Adams County Prothonotary (Civil Division, Court of Common Pleas), located at 117 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325. You can reach the clerk at (717) 337-9834.

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