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Suffolk Circuit Court
Address
150 North Main Street, Suffolk, 23434
Phone
Suffolk County 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 | $15 to $190 |
| Divorce / family | $50 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $190, the civil filing fee in Suffolk County is higher than most nearby counties (median $91 across 5 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Courthouses in Suffolk County
CivilCriminalTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction
Suffolk General District Court
Address
150 North Main Street, Suffolk, 23434
Phone
JuvenileFamily
Suffolk Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Address
150 North Main Street, 2nd Floor, Suffolk, 23434
Phone
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Suffolk County?
The civil filing fee in Suffolk County, Virginia is $190 clerk's filing fee plus $15 writ tax for claims $50,000.01-$100,000; $50 clerk's filing fee for civil actions not seeking monetary damages (Va. Code 17.1-275)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Suffolk County?
$50 clerk's filing fee for divorce/separate maintenance plus statutory add-on fees (Va. Code 17.1-275)
Can I e-file court documents in Suffolk County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Virginia Judiciary eFiling System.
Is there a free online case search for Suffolk County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at eapps.courts.state.va.us.
Where do I file court documents in Suffolk County?
Filings go to the Suffolk Circuit Court Clerk's Office. You can reach the clerk at (757) 514-7800.