Delaware County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$297.25
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$291.25

At $297, the civil filing fee in Delaware County is higher than most nearby counties (median $250 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Office of Judicial Support (formerly Prothonotary), Court of Common Pleas - Civil Division

201 W. Front St., Media, PA 19063
E-FilingMandatory

Delaware County e-filing portal (delcoefile.co.delaware.pa.us) · in civil cases since 2018; family law, emergency motions, and MDJ appeals excluded

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Civil Complaint
$297.25
$297.25 (complaint / civil action, up to 5 defendants; +$25.00 per additional defendant)
Small Claims
Small claims heard in Magisterial District Courts, not the Office of Judicial Support
Divorce / Family
$291.25
$291.25 (basic divorce complaint, no additional counts; $359.65 with 1 custody count)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Delaware County, Pennsylvania is $297.25 (complaint / civil action, up to 5 defendants; +$25.00 per additional defendant)

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

    Small claims heard in Magisterial District Courts, not the Office of Judicial Support.

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

    $291.25 (basic divorce complaint, no additional counts; $359.65 with 1 custody count)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Delaware County e-filing portal. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at delcopublicaccess.co.delaware.pa.us.

  • Where do I file court documents in Delaware County?

    Filings go to the Office of Judicial Support (formerly Prothonotary), Court of Common Pleas - Civil Division, located at 201 W. Front St., Media, PA 19063. You can reach the clerk at (610) 891-4370.

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