8th DISTRICT COURT
Civil Division - Civil Actions
The District Court has jurisdiction in civil actions claiming $25,000 or less.
Civil actions are typically handled by attorneys who prepare the content of the complaint, answer
the complaint, file motions, answer motions, and support their clients' position using applicable
statutes and case law. Although legal representation is not a requirement in a civil action,
most clients choose to be represented. Court Staff will provide general procedural assistance
to parties who represent themselves - i.e. regarding State approved forms; time parameters within
which an answer must be filed - but our clerks are not attorneys and cannot give legal advice.
If you need legal advice contact an attorney. For a list of local attorneys visit the Kalamazoo
County Bar website.
Filing Fees |
Amount Claimed
$600.00 or Less
$600.01 through $1,750.00
$1750.01 through $10,000.00
$10,000.01 through $25,000.00 |
Fee Per Action Filed
$25
$45
$65
$150 |
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Service Fees |
Type of Service
Certified Mail
Individual (Restricted Delivery)
Business
Personal Service
Per Defendant
Bad Address Fee
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Fee For Each Defendant
$10
$ 6
$21.00 Plus Round Trip mileage
$10.00
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| Motion Fee |
$20 |
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| Jury Demand Fee |
$50 |
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| Post-Judgment Fees |
Action
Writ of Garnishment
Service of Garnishment
By Process Server
Certified Mail to Company |
Fee
$15.00*
$18 Plus Round Trip mileage
$ 6 |
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Discovery Subpoena
Service of Subpoena Per Defendant |
$21.00 Plus Round Trip mileage
$21 Plus Round Trip mileage |
| *There will be disclosure
fees in addition to the other fees. |
DISCLAIMER
The data contained herein is for informational purposes only; it is not legal advice.
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