Dauphin County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$202.00
E-filing
Permissive
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$337.00

Clerk of Court

Dauphin County Prothonotary (Court of Common Pleas, Civil Division, 12th Judicial District)

Matthew J. Krupp

101 Market St, Harrisburg, PA 17101
E-FilingPermissive

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Civil Complaint
$202.00
$202.00 (complaint / commencement of action)
Small Claims
Heard by Magisterial District Judges, not the Prothonotary
Divorce / Family
$337.00
$337.00 (divorce complaint, no-fault)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania is $202.00 (complaint / commencement of action)

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

    Heard by Magisterial District Judges, not the Prothonotary.

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

    $337.00 (divorce complaint, no-fault)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Dauphin County e-filing.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Dauphin County?

    Filings go to the Dauphin County Prothonotary (Court of Common Pleas, Civil Division, 12th Judicial District), located at 101 Market St, Harrisburg, PA 17101. You can reach the clerk at (717) 780-6520.

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