Scott County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$90 to $290
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Not yet verified
Through Virginia Judiciary eFiling System
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$90 to $290

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $90, the civil filing fee in Scott County is about the same as nearby counties (median $90 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Scott County Circuit Court Clerk's Office
Mark A. (Bo) Taylor
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Courthouses in Scott County

CivilCriminalTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction

Scott General District Court

Address
202 West Jackson Street, Suite 203, Gate City, 24251
JuvenileFamily

Scott Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court

Address
202 West Jackson Street, Suite 203, Gate City, 24251

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Scott County, Virginia is $90 (civil action base clerk filing fee, <=$49,999; tiered to $290 by amount, Circuit Court)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Scott County?

    Filings go to the Scott County Circuit Court Clerk's Office. You can reach the clerk at (276) 386-3801.

Scott Circuit Court, VA: (276) 386-3801, Hours & $90 Filing Fee | 1Court