CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
104th District Court
Address
300 Oak St, Ste 402, Abilene, 79602
Phone
Taylor 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 | $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 Taylor County is lower than most nearby counties (median $350 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Jury service
(325) 674-1308Courthouses in Taylor County
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
326th District Court
Address
300 Oak St, Ste 403, Abilene, 79602
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
350th District Court
Address
300 Oak St, Ste 404, Abilene, 79602
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
42nd District Court
Address
300 Oak St, Ste 401, Abilene, 79602
Phone
CivilCriminalProbate
Taylor County Court (Constitutional County Court)
Address
400 Oak St, Ste 300, Abilene, 79602
Phone
CivilCriminal
Taylor County Court at Law
Address
300 Oak St, Ste 500, Abilene, 79602
Phone
CivilCriminal
Taylor County Court at Law No. 2
Address
300 Oak St, Ste 501, Abilene, 79602
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Taylor County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 Place 1
Address
450 Pecan, Ste 110, Abilene, 79602
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Taylor County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 Place 2
Address
450 Pecan St, Ste 120, Abilene, 79602
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Taylor County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 Place 1
Address
P O Box 225, Merkel, 79536
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Taylor County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 Place 1
Address
442 Graham St, Tuscola, 79562
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Taylor County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 Place 1
Address
P O Box 5, Lawn, 79530
Phone
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Official links
- Case searchLook up a case by number or partypublicaccess.taylorcountytexas.org
- E-filing portalFile documents electronicallyefiletexas.gov
- Fee scheduleThe court's official fee listtaylorcounty.texas.gov
- Self-helpHelp for people without a lawyertaylorcounty.texas.gov
- Jury serviceJuror informationjuror-txtaylor.ejm.tylerapp.com
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Taylor County?
The civil filing fee in Taylor 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 per the Taylor County District Clerk fee schedule with locally-adopted add-on fees (typically ~$300-$400).
What is the small claims filing fee in Taylor County?
Small claims are filed in the Justice of the Peace courts, not the District Clerk. Taylor County small-claims forms: https://www.taylorcounty.texas.gov/463/Small-Claims-Forms.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Taylor 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 Taylor County?
Yes. E-filing is available through eFileTexas. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Is there a free online case search for Taylor County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at publicaccess.taylorcountytexas.org.
Where do I file court documents in Taylor County?
Filings go to the Taylor County District Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (325) 674-1316.