Jim Wells County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$350
New civil suit · District Court
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E-filing
Available
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Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
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Case records
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Filing fees

Official fee schedule
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$350

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $350, the civil filing fee in Jim Wells County is about the same as nearby counties (median $350 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

79th Judicial District Clerk
R. David Guerrero
(361) 668-5717
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Courthouses in Jim Wells County

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Jim Wells County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 Place 1

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Address
200 N Almond St, Rm B-103, Alice, 78332
Phone
(361) 668-5719
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Jim Wells County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 Place 1

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Address
P O Box 150, Sandia, 78383
Phone
(361) 547-9796
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Jim Wells County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 Place 1

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Address
Drawer H, Premont, 78375
Phone
(361) 348-2773
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Jim Wells County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5 Place 1

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Address
P O Box 331, Orange Grove, 78372
Phone
(361) 384-2486
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Jim Wells County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 6 Place 1

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Address
P O Box 647, Ben Bolt, 78342
Phone
(361) 664-9987

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Jim Wells County, Texas is $350.00 (new civil suit, District Court; statewide consolidated fee)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Jim Wells County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through eFileTexas.

  • Where do I file court documents in Jim Wells County?

    Filings go to the 79th Judicial District Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (361) 668-5717.

Jim Wells County Courts, TX: (361) 668-5717, Hours & $350 Filing Fee | 1Court