CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
146th District Court
Address
P O Box 324, Belton, 76513
Phone
Bell County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed Oct 22, 2026 · Official sources
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $350 |
| Small claims | Varies, see details |
| Divorce / family | $350 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $350, the civil filing fee in Bell County is about the same as nearby counties (median $350 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Bell County District Clerk
Joanna Staton
Bell County Justice Complex · Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Courthouses in Bell County
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
169th District Court
Address
P O Box 324, Belton, 76513
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
264th District Court
Address
P O Box 324, Belton, 76513
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
27th District Court
Address
P O Box 324, Belton, 76513
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
426th District Court
Address
P O Box 747, Belton, 76513
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
478th District Court
Address
P O Box 324, Belton, 76513
Phone
CivilCriminalProbate
Bell County Court (Constitutional County Court)
Address
P O Box 768, Belton, 76513
Phone
CivilCriminal
Bell County Court at Law No. 1
Address
P O Box 781, Belton, 76513
Phone
CivilCriminal
Bell County Court at Law No. 2
Address
P O Box 485, Belton, 76513
Phone
CivilCriminal
Bell County Court at Law No. 3
Address
P O Box 365, Belton, 76513
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Bell County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 Place 1
Address
P O Box 88, Belton, 76513
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Bell County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 Place 1
Address
P O Box 415, Salado, 76571
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Bell County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 Place 1
Address
205 E Central Ave, Temple, 76501
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Bell County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 Place 2
Address
205 E Central Ave, Temple, 76501
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Bell County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 Place 1
Address
301 Priest Dr, Killeen, 76541
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Bell County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 Place 2
Address
P O Box 517, Killeen, 76540
Phone
Juvenile
Bell County Truancy Court
Address
550 E 2nd Ave, Room B-139 / Courtroom #2, Belton, 76513
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Bell County?
The civil filing fee in Bell County, Texas is $350.00 (original civil petition; local + state consolidated)
What is the small claims filing fee in Bell County?
Heard in Justice of the Peace courts, not District Court.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Bell County?
$350.00 (divorce / original family petition)
Can I e-file court documents in Bell County?
Yes. E-filing is available through eFileTexas.gov. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Is there a free online case search for Bell County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at justice.bellcounty.texas.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Bell County?
Filings go to the Bell County District Clerk, located at 1201 Huey Road, Belton, TX 76513. You can reach the clerk at (254) 933-5197.