Racine County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$265.50
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Required
Through Wisconsin Circuit Court eFiling
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$265.50
Small claims$94.50
Divorce / family$184.50 to $194.50

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $266, the civil filing fee in Racine County is about the same as nearby counties (median $266 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in Racine County

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Racine County Circuit Court

Address
730 Wisconsin Ave, Racine, 53403

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Racine County, Wisconsin is $265.50 (civil complaint, claim over $10,000; lower tiers for smaller claims)

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

    $94.50 (small claims $10,000 or less; heard in Circuit Court small claims)

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

    $184.50 (divorce, no support request; $194.50 if support/maintenance requested)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Wisconsin Circuit Court eFiling. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at wcca.wicourts.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Racine County?

    Filings go to the Racine County Clerk of Circuit Court, located at 730 Wisconsin Ave., Racine, WI 53403. You can reach the clerk at (262) 636-3333.

Racine County Circuit Court, WI: (262) 636-3333, Hours & $265.50 Filing Fee | 1Court