CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
10th District Court
Address
600 59th St, Rm 4305, Galveston, 77551
Phone
Galveston County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed July 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 Galveston County is about the same as nearby counties (median $350 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Galveston County District Clerk
John D. Kinard
Galveston County Justice Center · Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Self-help
(409) 762-8621Jury service
(409) 766-2319Courthouses in Galveston County
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
122nd District Court
Address
600 59th St, Rm 4304, Galveston, 77551
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
212th District Court
Address
600 59th St, Rm 4202, Galveston, 77551
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
306th District Court
Address
600 59th St, Rm 3304, Galveston, 77551
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
405th District Court
Address
600 59th St, Rm 4304, Galveston, 77551
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
56th District Court
Address
600 59th St, Rm 3204, Galveston, 77551
Phone
CivilCriminalProbate
Galveston County Court (Constitutional County Court)
Address
722 Moody Ave, Ste 200, Galveston, 77550
Phone
CivilCriminal
Galveston County Court at Law No. 1
Address
600 59th St, Ste 2204, Galveston, 77551
Phone
CivilCriminal
Galveston County Court at Law No. 2
Address
600 59th St, Ste 2304, Galveston, 77551
Phone
CivilCriminal
Galveston County Court at Law No. 3
Address
600 59th St, Ste 2205, Galveston, 77551
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Galveston County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1
Address
4500 10th St, Bacliff, 77518
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Galveston County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2
Address
1922 Sealy Ave, Galveston, 77550
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Galveston County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3
Address
600 59th St, 1st Fl, Galveston, 77551
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Galveston County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4
Address
174 Calder Dr, Ste 101, League City, 77573
Phone
Probate
Galveston County Probate Court
Address
600 59th St, Ste 2305, Galveston, 77551
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Galveston County?
The civil filing fee in Galveston County, Texas is $350.00 (new civil suit; excludes service, citation $8.00 each)
What is the small claims filing fee in Galveston County?
Heard in Justice of the Peace courts.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Galveston County?
$350.00 (divorce/family petition, same base civil fee)
Can I e-file court documents in Galveston County?
Yes. E-filing is available through eFileTexas. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Is there a free online case search for Galveston County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at portalnav19.galvestoncountytx.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Galveston County?
Filings go to the Galveston County District Clerk, located at 600 59th Street, Room 4001, Galveston, TX 77551. You can reach the clerk at (409) 766-2424.