Sumner County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Sumner County, Tennessee.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$384.50
E-filing
Not available
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$284.50

At $385, the civil filing fee in Sumner County is higher than most nearby counties (median $188 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Sumner County Circuit Court Clerk

Kathryn Strong

Self-Help & Jury

Self-Help Center
E-FilingNot available

(in-person or fax filing)

Civil Complaint
$384.50
$384.50 (Category One civil: contracts, torts, personal injury, property damage, malpractice, wrongful death, employment)
Small Claims
Heard in General Sessions Court (fee not verified)
Divorce / Family
$284.50
$284.50 (divorce without minor children); $359.50 (with minor children)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Sumner County, Tennessee is $384.50 (Category One civil: contracts, torts, personal injury, property damage, malpractice, wrongful death, employment)

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

    Heard in General Sessions Court (fee not verified)

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

    $284.50 (divorce without minor children); $359.50 (with minor children)

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

    E-filing is not available. Documents are filed on paper with the clerk of court.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Sumner County?

    Filings go to the Sumner County Circuit Court Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (615) 452-4367.

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