Clallam County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$40 to $290
New civil suit · Superior Court
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E-filing
Available
Through Clallam County Superior Court Clerk E-Filing
Deadline: clerk's business hours
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Case records
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Filing fees

Official fee schedule
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$40 to $290
Divorce / family$364

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $290, the civil filing fee in Clallam County is higher than most nearby counties (median $240 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Clallam County Clerk of Superior Court
Nikki Botnen
(360) 417-2231nikki.botnen@clallamcountywa.gov
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Courthouses in Clallam County

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Clallam County District Court I

Get directions
Address
223 E 4th St, Ste 10, Port Angeles, 98362
Phone
(360) 417-2560

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Clallam County, Washington is $290 (new civil case: $200 filing + $40 judicial surcharge + $50 local surcharge) per Superior Court Clerk Fee Schedule 115-A, effective 2025-08-26.

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

    $364 (dissolution/legal separation/annulment) per Superior Court Clerk Fee Schedule 115-A, effective 2025-08-26.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Clallam County Superior Court Clerk E-Filing. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at dw.courts.wa.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Clallam County?

    Filings go to the Clallam County Clerk of Superior Court. You can reach the clerk at (360) 417-2231.

Clallam County Superior Court, WA: (360) 417-2231, Hours & $290 Filing Fee | 1Court