Benton County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$240
New civil suit · Superior Court
E-filing
Available
Through TrueFiling
Deadline: clerk's business hours
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$240
Small claimsVaries, see details
Divorce / family$314

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $240, the civil filing fee in Benton County is lower than most nearby counties (median $290 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Benton County Clerk (Clerk of the Superior Court, Benton and Franklin Counties)
Josie Delvin
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Benton County

CivilSmall ClaimsCriminalTraffic

Benton County District Court, Kennewick

Address
7122 W Okanogan Pl, Ste A110, Kennewick, 99336
CivilSmall ClaimsCriminalTraffic

Benton County District Court, Prosser Branch

Address
620 Market St, Prosser, 99350
CivilCriminalFamilyProbate

Benton County Superior Court

Address
7122 W Okanogan Pl, Ste A210 (Benton County Justice Center), Kennewick, 99336

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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.

Benton County Superior Court, WA: (509) 735-8388, Hours & $240 Filing Fee | 1Court