Salem County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 27, 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
Divorce / family$50

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $90, the civil filing fee in Salem County is about the same as nearby counties (median $90 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Salem Circuit Court Clerk's Office
Chance Crawford
Call the clerk

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

    $50.

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Salem County?

    Filings go to the Salem Circuit Court Clerk's Office. You can reach the clerk at (540) 375-3067.

Salem Circuit Court, VA: (540) 375-3067, Hours & $90 Filing Fee | 1Court