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Circuit Court Frequently Asked Questions |
How much does it cost to file a case in Circuit Court? The filing fee to open a Circuit Court Case is currently $150.00
Return to Circuit Court How much does it cost to file a motion? The filing fee for a motion is $20.00.
Return to Circuit Court What is the "Friend of the Court Final Judgment Order Fee"? The Friend of the Court Final Judgment or
Order Fee is $80.00 regardless of whether the Friend of the Court conducted
an investigation or the parties "opted out" of Friend of the Court services.
Any post judgment action in which the custody or parenting time for minor
children is determined will incur an $80.00 fee to be paid at the same time
that the $20.00 motion fee is paid.
Return to Circuit Court Does the court accept credit cards? Yes, court ordered fees, costs and bonds can be paid by credit card through Government Payment Services by calling 1-888-604-7888 toll free 24 hours a day.
Return to Circuit Court Where do I file for a Personal Protection Order (PPO)? Is there a fee? You apply for a Personal Protection Order, both "Domestic" and "Stalking", at the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office. There is no fee for the paperwork or filing. However, if you have a law enforcement agency do the service, there is a fee for this service.
Return to Circuit Court May I obtain a copy of "transcripts" of Circuit Court proceedings? Yes, you may order copies of transcripts directly from the court reporter. There is a fee for these documents which is set by state statute. Please contact the court reporter for the judge assigned to the case for a cost estimate and more information.
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