Hunt County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $50 to $400 |
| Small claims | Varies, see details |
| Divorce / family | Varies, see details |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $187, the civil filing fee in Hunt County is lower than most nearby counties (median $350 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Courthouses in Hunt County
354th District Court
Hunt County Court (Constitutional County Court)
Hunt County Court at Law No. 1
Hunt County Court at Law No. 2
Hunt County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 Place 1
Hunt County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 Place 2
Hunt County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 Place 1
Hunt County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 Place 1
Hunt County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 Place 1
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Hunt County?
The civil filing fee in Hunt County, Texas is $187 statutory core: $50 district clerk filing fee (Tex. Gov't Code 51.317(b)(1)) + $137 state consolidated civil fee (Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 133.151, per S.B. 41 eff. 2022-01-01). Total is higher and set by the Hunt County District Court cost/fee schedule (eff. 2026-03-01) with locally-adopted courthouse-security, records-archive and law-library fees (typically ~$300-$400).
What is the small claims filing fee in Hunt County?
Small claims are filed in the Justice of the Peace courts, not the District Clerk.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Hunt County?
Divorce/family petition is a civil case under the same structure: $137 state consolidated civil fee (Loc. Gov't Code 133.151) + $50 clerk fee (Gov't Code 51.317); plus local add-ons. Total varies per the county fee schedule.
Can I e-file court documents in Hunt County?
Yes. E-filing is available through eFileTexas.
Is there a free online case search for Hunt County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at portal-txhunt.tylertech.cloud.
Where do I file court documents in Hunt County?
Filings go to the Hunt County District Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (903) 408-4172.