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Richmond City Circuit Court
Address
400 North Ninth Street, Richmond, 23219
Phone
Richmond City 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 | $91 to $131 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $131, the civil filing fee in Richmond City is higher than most nearby counties (median $90 across 5 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Richmond City Circuit Court, Office of the Circuit Court Clerk
Edward F. Jewett
Courthouses in Richmond City
CivilCriminalTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction
Richmond City General District Court (John Marshall Courts Building)
Address
400 N. 9th Street, Richmond, 23219
Phone
CivilCriminalTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction
Richmond City General District Court (Marsh Manchester Courts Building)
Address
920 Hull Street, Richmond, 23224
Phone
JuvenileFamily
Richmond City Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Address
1600 Oliver Hill Way, Suite C181, Richmond, 23219
Phone
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Official links
- Case searchLook up a case by number or partyeapps.courts.state.va.us
- E-filing portalFile documents electronicallyvacourts.gov
- Fee scheduleThe court's official fee listvacourts.gov
- Online paymentsPay fines, fees and costseapps.courts.state.va.us
- Self-helpHelp for people without a lawyerselfhelp.vacourts.gov
- Jury serviceJuror informationrva.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Richmond City?
The civil filing fee in Richmond City, Virginia is $131.00 for civil suit with damages $0.01-$49,999; tiered by damages ($91.00 no monetary damages up to $351.00 for over $500,000); effective July 1, 2025.
Can I e-file court documents in Richmond City?
Yes. E-filing is available through Virginia Judiciary eFiling System.
Is there a free online case search for Richmond City?
Yes. You can look up cases online at eapps.courts.state.va.us.
Where do I file court documents in Richmond City?
Filings go to the Richmond City Circuit Court, Office of the Circuit Court Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (804) 646-6505.