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Fauquier Circuit Court
Address
29 Ashby Street, Warrenton, 20186
Phone
Fauquier County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
E-filing
Available
Through Virginia Judiciary eFiling System
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | Varies, see details |
| Small claims | $30 to $50 |
| Divorce / family | $86 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $126, the civil filing fee in Fauquier County is higher than most nearby counties (median $90 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Fauquier County Circuit Court Clerk
Gail H. Barb
Courthouses in Fauquier County
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Fauquier General District Court
Address
6 Court Street, Warrenton, 20186
Phone
JuvenileFamily
Fauquier Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Address
14 Main Street, Warrenton, 20186
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Fauquier County?
The civil filing fee in Fauquier County, Virginia is Tiered by amount claimed under Va. Code 17.1-275 (computed via VA Circuit Court Civil Filing Fee Calculator). Clerk fee $126.00 for claims up to $50,000 (approx. $157 total with statutory add-ons), $236.00 for $50,000-$100,000, $296.00 over $100,000; official Circuit Court civil fee schedule eff. 2025-07-01.
What is the small claims filing fee in Fauquier County?
$30.00-$50.00 (General District Court civil warrant / small claims up to $5,000, Va. Code 16.1-69.48:5)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Fauquier County?
$86.00 (complaint for divorce, circuit court clerk fee, Va. Code 17.1-275)
Can I e-file court documents in Fauquier County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Virginia Judiciary eFiling System.
Is there a free online case search for Fauquier County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at vacourts.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Fauquier County?
Filings go to the Fauquier County Circuit Court Clerk, located at 29 Ashby Street, Warrenton, VA 20186. You can reach the clerk at (540) 422-8100.