Arlington County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
Varies, see details
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through Virginia Judiciary eFiling System
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuitVaries, see details
Small claimsVaries, see details
Divorce / familyVaries, see details

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $124, the civil filing fee in Arlington County is about the same as nearby counties (median $126 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Clerk of the Circuit Court, Arlington County (17th Judicial Circuit)
Paul Ferguson
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Courthouses in Arlington County

CivilCriminalTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction

Arlington General District Court

Address
1425 North Courthouse Road, Suite 2400, Second Floor, Arlington, 22201
JuvenileFamily

Arlington Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court

Address
1425 North Courthouse Rd, Ste 4100, Arlington, 22201

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Arlington County, Virginia is Approx. $124.00 (circuit civil action up to $49,999, base fees excluding sheriff service; higher for larger claims)

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

    Heard in Arlington General District Court (small claims division)

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

    Approx. $84.00 (divorce/dissolution; base filing plus statutory fees)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Virginia Judiciary eFiling System. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at eapps.courts.state.va.us.

  • Where do I file court documents in Arlington County?

    Filings go to the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Arlington County (17th Judicial Circuit), located at 1425 N. Courthouse Rd, Arlington, VA 22201. You can reach the clerk at (703) 228-7010.

Arlington Circuit Court, VA: (703) 228-7010, Hours & $124 Filing Fee | 1Court