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Stafford Circuit Court
Address
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford, 22555
Phone
Stafford County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed Jul 26, 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 | Varies, see details |
| Divorce / family | $50 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $90, the civil filing fee in Stafford County is about the same as nearby counties (median $90 across 5 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Courthouses in Stafford County
CivilCriminalTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction
Stafford General District Court
Address
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford, 22555
Phone
JuvenileFamily
Stafford Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Address
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford, 22555
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 listcourts.state.va.us
- Online paymentsPay fines, fees and costseapps.courts.state.va.us
- Self-helpHelp for people without a lawyerselfhelp.vacourts.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Stafford County?
The civil filing fee in Stafford County, Virginia is Tiered by amount in controversy: approx. $90 (claim $49,999 or less) up to $290 (over $500,000) base filing fee per VA Circuit Court Fee Schedule (rev 07/2026); total varies with service and add-on costs.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Stafford County?
$50.00 base (divorce/civil action without monetary damages) per VA Circuit Court Fee Schedule; total higher with add-on costs.
Can I e-file court documents in Stafford County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Virginia Judiciary eFiling System.
Is there a free online case search for Stafford County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at eapps.courts.state.va.us.
Where do I file court documents in Stafford County?
Filings go to the Stafford County Circuit Court Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (540) 658-8750.