Benton County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Benton County, Washington.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$240.00
E-filing
Permissive
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$314.00

At $240, the civil filing fee in Benton County is lower than most nearby counties (median $287 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Benton County Clerk (Clerk of the Superior Court, Benton and Franklin Counties)

Josie Delvin

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Civil Complaint
$240.00
$240.00 (civil action; RCW 36.18.020)
Small Claims
Heard in Benton County District Court, not Superior Court
Divorce / Family
$314.00
$314.00 (dissolution of marriage; RCW 36.18.020)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Benton County, Washington is $240.00 (civil action; RCW 36.18.020)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Benton County?

    Heard in Benton County District Court, not Superior Court.

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

    $314.00 (dissolution of marriage; RCW 36.18.020)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through TrueFiling.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at bentoncountywa.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Benton County?

    Filings go to the Benton County Clerk (Clerk of the Superior Court, Benton and Franklin Counties). You can reach the clerk at (509) 735-8388.

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