Suffolk County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Suffolk County, Virginia.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$190
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$50

At $190, the civil filing fee in Suffolk County is higher than most nearby counties (median $112 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Suffolk Circuit Court Clerk's Office

W. Randolph Carter, Jr.

Self-Help & Jury

Civil Complaint
$190
$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)
Divorce / Family
$50
$50 clerk's filing fee for divorce/separate maintenance plus statutory add-on fees (Va. Code 17.1-275)

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.

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