Covington County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$90
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 lawsuit$90

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $90, the civil filing fee in Covington County is about the same as nearby counties (median $90 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Alleghany County/Covington Circuit Court
Debra N. Byer
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Courthouses in Covington County

CivilCriminalTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction

Alleghany General District Court

Address
266 West Main Street, Covington, 24426
JuvenileFamily

Alleghany Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court

Address
266 West Main Street, Covington, 24426

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Covington County, Virginia is $90.00.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Virginia Judiciary eFiling System.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Covington County?

    Filings go to the Alleghany County/Covington Circuit Court, located at 266 West Main Street, Covington, VA 24426. You can reach the clerk at (540) 965-1730.

Covington County Courts, VA: (540) 965-1730, Hours & $90 Filing Fee | 1Court