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Franklin County District Court
Address
1016 N 4th Ave, Pasco, 99301
Phone
Franklin County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $290 |
| Divorce / family | $364 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $290, the civil filing fee in Franklin County is higher than most nearby counties (median $240 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
County Clerk (Clerk of the Superior Court)
Michael J. Killian
Courthouses in Franklin County
Juvenile
Franklin County Juvenile Court
Address
1016 N 4th Ave, Ste B214, Pasco, 99301
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyProbate
Franklin County Superior Court
Address
1016 N 4th Ave, Ste 306, Pasco, 99301
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Franklin County?
The civil filing fee in Franklin County, Washington is $290 (Washington statewide statutory superior court civil filing fee, RCW 36.18.020; confirmed identical across WA counties)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Franklin County?
$364 (dissolution of marriage; Washington statewide statutory fee, RCW 36.18.020/36.18.016)
Can I e-file court documents in Franklin County?
Yes. E-filing is available through eFileWA.
Is there a free online case search for Franklin County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at dw.courts.wa.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Franklin County?
Filings go to the County Clerk (Clerk of the Superior Court). You can reach the clerk at (509) 545-3525.