Nelson 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 Nelson County is about the same as nearby counties (median $90 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Nelson County Circuit Court
Lisa Dugan Bryant
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Nelson County

CivilCriminalTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction

Nelson General District Court

Address
84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, 22949
JuvenileFamily

Nelson Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court

Address
84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, 22949

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Nelson County?

    Filings go to the Nelson County Circuit Court. You can reach the clerk at (434) 263-7020.

Nelson Circuit Court, VA: (434) 263-7020, Hours & $90 Filing Fee | 1Court