Cheatham County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 27, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$340
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Not yet verified
Deadline: varies by court
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$340
Small claims$152.50

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $340, the civil filing fee in Cheatham County is higher than most nearby counties (median $300 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Cheatham County Circuit Court Clerk
Holly Waller
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Cheatham County

CivilCriminalFamily

Cheatham County Circuit Court

Address
100 Public Square, Room 225 (Criminal Justice Center), Ashland City, 37015
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic

Cheatham County General Sessions Court

Address
100 Public Square, Room 225 (Criminal Justice Center), Ashland City, 37015
Juvenile

Cheatham County Juvenile Court

Address
100 Public Square, Room 225 (Criminal Justice Center), Ashland City, 37015

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Cheatham County, Tennessee is $340.00.

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

    $152.50.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at cheatham.tncrtinfo.com.

  • Where do I file court documents in Cheatham County?

    Filings go to the Cheatham County Circuit Court Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (615) 792-3272.

Cheatham County Circuit Court, TN: (615) 792-3272, Hours & $340 Filing Fee | 1Court