Newport News County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Newport News County, Virginia.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$90
E-filing
Permissive
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$50

At $90, the civil filing fee in Newport News County is about the same as nearby counties (median $90 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Newport News Circuit Court Clerk's Office

Angela F. Reason

E-FilingPermissive

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Civil Complaint
$90
$90 ($0.01 to $49,999); $190 ($49,999.01 to $100,000); $240 ($100,000.01 to $500,000); $290 (over $500,000), plus statutory add-ons. Circuit Court, rev. 07/2026
Divorce / Family
$50
$50 (divorce / separate maintenance with no monetary damages) plus statutory add-on fees. Circuit Court

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Newport News County, Virginia is $90 ($0.01 to $49,999); $190 ($49,999.01 to $100,000); $240 ($100,000.01 to $500,000); $290 (over $500,000), plus statutory add-ons. Circuit Court, rev. 07/2026.

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

    $50 (divorce / separate maintenance with no monetary damages) plus statutory add-on fees. Circuit Court.

  • Can I e-file court documents in Newport News County?

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

  • Is there a free online case search for Newport News County?

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Newport News County?

    Filings go to the Newport News Circuit Court Clerk's Office. You can reach the clerk at (757) 926-8561.

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