Washington County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$160
New civil suit · Superior Court
E-filing
Available
Through Odyssey File and Serve
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$160

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $160, the civil filing fee in Washington County is about the same as nearby counties (median $160 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Washington County Superior Court, Clerk's Office
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Washington County

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Washington County, Rhode Island is $160 (Superior Court civil complaint, per RI Judiciary fee schedule revised Nov 2021)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Odyssey File and Serve.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at publicportal.courts.ri.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Washington County?

    Filings go to the Washington County Superior Court, Clerk's Office, located at 4800 Tower Hill Road, Wakefield, RI 02879. You can reach the clerk at (401) 782-4121.

Washington County Superior Court, RI: (401) 782-4121, Hours & $160 Filing Fee | 1Court