Hays County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$350
New civil suit · District Court
E-filing
Required
Through eFileTexas
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
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Main courthouse: Hays County Government Center, 712 S Stagecoach Trail, Suite 2211, San Marcos, TX 78666Clerk counter: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:00 PMSource
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$350
Small claimsVaries, 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 Hays County is about the same as nearby counties (median $350 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Hays County District Clerk
Amanda Calvert
Hays County Government Center · Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Hays County

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Hays County Court (Constitutional County Court)

Address
111 E San Antonio St, Ste 300, San Marcos, 78666
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Hays County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 Place 1

Address
712 S Stagecoach Trail, Ste 2235, San Marcos, 78666
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Hays County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 Place 2

Address
712 S Stagecoach Trail, Ste 2235, San Marcos, 78666
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Hays County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 Place 1

Address
P O Box 1449, Kyle, 78640
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Hays County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 Place 2

Address
5458 FM 2770, Kyle, 78640
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Hays County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 Place 1

Address
200 Stillwater, Ste 104, Wimberley, 78676
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Hays County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 Place 1

Address
195 Roger Hanks Pkwy, Ste 2, Dripping Springs, 78620
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Hays County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5 Place 1

Address
500 Jack C. Hays Trail, Buda, 78610

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Hays County, Texas is $350.00 (original civil petition; District Court)

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

    Heard in Justice of the Peace courts.

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

    $350.00 (divorce / original family petition)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through eFileTexas. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at public.co.hays.tx.us.

  • Where do I file court documents in Hays County?

    Filings go to the Hays County District Clerk, located at 712 S Stagecoach Trail, Suite 2211, San Marcos, TX 78666. You can reach the clerk at (512) 393-7660.

Hays County Courts, TX: (512) 393-7660, Hours & $350 Filing Fee | 1Court