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Carbon County Court of Common Pleas
Address
Carbon County Courthouse, 4 Broadway, Jim Thorpe, 18229
Phone
Carbon County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
E-filing
Not available
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Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $179.75 |
| Divorce / family | $189.75 to $209.70 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $180, the civil filing fee in Carbon County is about the same as nearby counties (median $180 across 5 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Courthouses in Carbon County
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Magisterial District Court 56-3-01 (Jim Thorpe)
Address
340 Center Avenue, Jim Thorpe, 18229
Phone
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Magisterial District Court 56-3-02 (Palmerton)
Address
401 Delaware Avenue, Palmerton, 18071
Phone
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Magisterial District Court 56-3-03 (Lansford)
Address
417 East Ridge Street, Lansford, 18232
Phone
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Magisterial District Court 56-3-04 (Weatherly)
Address
71 West Main Street, Weatherly, 18255
Phone
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Carbon County?
The civil filing fee in Carbon County, Pennsylvania is $179.75 to commence any action at law or equity (Prothonotary fee schedule, effective 6/1/2024, updated 11/17/2025 per Act 45 of 2025)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Carbon County?
$189.75 divorce complaint; $209.70 custody complaint/petition (Prothonotary fee schedule, updated 11/17/2025)
Can I e-file court documents in Carbon County?
Yes. E-filing is available through PACFile.
Is there a free online case search for Carbon County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at ujsportal.pacourts.us.
Where do I file court documents in Carbon County?
Filings go to the Prothonotary. You can reach the clerk at (570) 325-2481.