Roanoke County Court Information
Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Roanoke County, Virginia.
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Verified from official sources · 2026-07-30At $90, the civil filing fee in Roanoke County is about the same as nearby counties (median $90 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk of Court
Roanoke County Circuit Court Clerk's Office (23rd Judicial Circuit)
Hon. W. Michael Galliher
305 E. Main Street, Salem, VA 24153Self-Help & Jury
Virginia Judiciary E-Filing System (VJEFS) · (optional; VJEFS for civil circuit cases, VA State Bar members; paper filing still accepted)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Roanoke County?
The civil filing fee in Roanoke County, Virginia is $90 base clerk fee (<=$49,999); tiered $190/$240/$290 by amount in controversy (Circuit Court, statewide OES schedule, Va. Code 17.1-275)
What is the small claims filing fee in Roanoke County?
Small claims (up to $5,000) heard in Roanoke County General District Court; fee varies - VA GDC civil fee calculator https://eapps.courts.state.va.us/gdcfees.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Roanoke County?
$86 (divorce complaint, Circuit Court; statewide, excludes service)
Can I e-file court documents in Roanoke County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Virginia Judiciary E-Filing System.
Is there a free online case search for Roanoke County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at eapps.courts.state.va.us.
Where do I file court documents in Roanoke County?
Filings go to the Roanoke County Circuit Court Clerk's Office (23rd Judicial Circuit), located at 305 E. Main Street, Salem, VA 24153. You can reach the clerk at (540) 387-6205.
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