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Portsmouth Circuit Court
Address
1345 Court Street, Suite 101, Portsmouth, 23704
Phone
Portsmouth County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
E-filing
Not available
Through VJEFS
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $90 |
| Divorce / family | $50 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $90, the civil filing fee in Portsmouth County is about the same as nearby counties (median $91 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Courthouses in Portsmouth County
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Portsmouth General District Court
Address
1345 Court Street, Suite 104, Portsmouth, 23704
Phone
JuvenileFamily
Portsmouth Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Address
1345 Court Street, Suite 103, Portsmouth, 23704
Phone
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Portsmouth County?
The civil filing fee in Portsmouth County, Virginia is $90 clerk filing fee for amount in controversy up to $49,999 (tiered higher above that), plus statutory add-ons (Va. Code 17.1-275; circuit court fee schedule)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Portsmouth County?
$50 clerk filing fee for divorce, plus statutory add-ons such as technology trust fund ($8) and legal aid ($9) (circuit court fee schedule)
Can I e-file court documents in Portsmouth County?
Yes. E-filing is available through VJEFS.
Is there a free online case search for Portsmouth County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at eapps.courts.state.va.us.
Where do I file court documents in Portsmouth County?
Filings go to the Circuit Court Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (757) 393-8671.