Bowie County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Bowie County, Texas.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$350.00
E-filing
Yes
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$350.00

At $350, the civil filing fee in Bowie County is about the same as nearby counties (median $350 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Bowie County District Clerk

Lori Caraway

E-FilingYes

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Civil Complaint
$350.00
$350.00 for an original civil petition ($213.00 local consolidated fee + $137.00 state consolidated fee); effective January 1, 2026 per Bowie County District Clerk fee schedule
Divorce / Family
$350.00
$350.00 for an original family law petition ($213.00 local + $137.00 state consolidated fee); effective January 1, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Bowie County, Texas is $350.00 for an original civil petition ($213.00 local consolidated fee + $137.00 state consolidated fee); effective January 1, 2026 per Bowie County District Clerk fee schedule.

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

    $350.00 for an original family law petition ($213.00 local + $137.00 state consolidated fee); effective January 1, 2026.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Tyler Technologies.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at portal-txbowie.tylertech.cloud.

  • Where do I file court documents in Bowie County?

    Filings go to the Bowie County District Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (903) 628-6750.

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