Civil

CJ

• Case Type: Claims of more than $10,000
• Filing Fee: $232.14 plus service

CV

• Case Type: Generally, cases not seeking monetary damages
• Filing Fee: $154.14

CS

• Case Type: Claims of less than $10,000
• Filing Fee: $219.14 plus service

Motions

The assigned judge's office sets all pre-judgment motions. Motions for hearings on assets, contempt citations and claims for exemptions are set and heard by the Chief Special Judge.

Driver's License Appeals

Driver's license appeals are set and heard by the Chief Special Judge. A cash bond of $250 is required, as well as an attorney interlock statement attached to the bond. The filing fee is $167.14 plus $250 cash bond

Name Changes

Name changes are set by assigned judges and are to be published. The filing fee is $184.14 including publication

Foreclosures

Order confirming sheriff sales are set and heard by the Confirmation Judge. Sheriff sales are held twice a month on Thursdays at 2 p.m. at:
320 Robert S Kerr Avenue, #513 (Jury Assembly Room), Oklahoma City, OK 73102

Please visit the Sheriff's Office website for more information. There is a filing fee of $232.14 plus service.

Criminal

Pay Fines, Fees & Court Costs in Criminal Cases

The sole job of the Oklahoma County Court Clerk's Cost Administration Department is to collect court ordered fines, fees, costs and other assessments in criminal cases.

Court ordered criminal assessments are due at or before the time of sentencing, unless Cost Administration provides a defendant with a payment plan as sanctioned by the sentencing Judge, or the Cost Judge. Payment plans are not automatic. Defendants must appear in the Cost Administration Department, as ordered by the sentencing Judge.

No appointments are made and defendants are seen on a first come, first serve basis. Proper attire and proper behavior are required.

Payment Options

• Cash
• Cashier's Check
• Credit Cards ¹
  • American Express
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
• Money Order

1 -  Credit Card Payment must be processed in person, there are no payments by credit card over the phone or by computer. The credit card holder must be present for a transaction. For example, the defendant cannot present relative's card for payment without the relative being present.

Paying by Checks: Make payable to: Rick Warren Court Clerk
Mail Payments to: 320 Robert S. Kerr Avenue, #421, Oklahoma City, OK 73102

Divorce

Requirements for Filing an Uncontested (Waiver) Divorce

• 3 copies: Divorce Decree
• 3 copies: Entry of Appearance and Waiver
• 3 copies: Petitions

The Court Clerk's office does not have divorce forms other than summons. Divorce  forms may be obtained from an attorney, paralegal services, or the law library. Waivers must be notarized and filed at least 1 day after filing the petition.

Filing Fees

• Certified mail service of process - $10
• Divorce with minor children - $252.14
• Divorce without minor children - $252.14
• Foreign Judgment - $164.14
• Paternity - $154.14
• Sheriff service of process - $50
• Summons Fee - $10

Marriage License

Locations

• Main office (County Courthouse): 320 Robert S. Kerr Avenue, #409, Oklahoma City, OK 73102 - 405-713-1705
• Satellite office (Edmond): 28 East Main, Edmond, OK 73034 - 405-359-4515

Qualifications

• Age 18 and older - Proof of age is required. Drivers license, birth certificate, passport, etc.
• Age 16 to 17 - Parental consent of either parent or legal guardian, birth certificate.
• Under 16 - Under 16, marriage is prohibited in this state except by court order.
• Divorce - Persons divorced in Oklahoma may not marry anyone other than their previous spouse for a period of 6 months after the divorce decree is filed.
• Blood Test - Oklahoma law does not require a premarital blood test.
• Residency - No residency requirements.
• Fees - $50 license fee or $5 if premarital counseling is completed. The reduced fee shall apply upon presentation to the Court Clerk of an original certificate of successful completion of a premarital counseling program. The certificate must be an original document, not a copy, and shall state that the named persons have successfully completed the premarital counseling requirements.
• Premarital Counseling - No copies, faxes or emailed counseling certificates are accepted. Premarital counseling programs must be conducted in accordance with Oklahoma Statute 43 O.S. 5.1.
• Waiting Period - No waiting period required except for those under the age of 18. If under the age of 18, there is a 72 hour waiting period.
• Waived Period Exception - A written waiver signed by Judge is required.

Daily Marriage Ceremonies

Oklahoma County Court Judges do not perform daily marriage ceremonies.

Ministers' Credentials

By law, those performing marriage ceremonies in the State of Oklahoma must record their credentials with the Court Clerk's Office. Ministers who live outside Oklahoma who desire to perform a marriage ceremony in our State also must file their credentials with the Court Clerk prior to conducting the service. No fee is required.

FAQ's

How much is a marriage license? Are there any discounts?

$50 license fee or $5 if premarital counseling completed. The reduced fee shall apply upon presentation to the Court Clerk of an original certificate of successful completion of a premarital counseling program. The certificate must be an original document, not a copy, and shall state that the named persons have successfully completed the premarital counseling requirements.

No copies, faxes or emailed counseling certificates are accepted. The premarital counseling program must be conducted in accordance with Oklahoma Statute 43 O.S. 5.1.

What is required to obtain a marriage license?

Both parties must present valid identification, which could be:

• Certified copy of your birth certificate issued by the state or county, not the hospital
• State I.D.
• Military I.D.
• Other state or federal document issued as proof of identity and age
• Valid driver's license-not expired
• Valid passport

What is the legal age to get married in Oklahoma?

Applicants 18 years of age or older may obtain a marriage license without parental consent. Minors 16 or 17 years of age may obtain a marriage license when one of the legal custodial guardians or parents is present with valid photo identification, with a certified copy of each minor’s birth certificate issued by a state or county, not by a hospital.

Foreign language birth certificates must be translated into English by an official translator. There is a 72 hour waiting period for minors before the license may be issued.

If I'm a minister from another state, what do I need to do to perform a marriage in Oklahoma?

You may file a copy of your ordination papers in this office. We will record it and return to you a copy of the book and page recordation number.

How can I get an annulment?

We suggest that you contact your attorney. By law, we cannot render legal advice.

What do I need to do to be common law married?  And, is common law marriage legal in Oklahoma?

We suggest that you contact your attorney or someone in the legal field to answer those questions for you.

What if neither applicant speaks English?

Applicants must provide a third person to translate.

Probate

Wills for Safe Keeping

The Court Clerk's office stores wills for safekeeping, as provided by law.

Probate of Estate

Forms may be provided at the Law Library. The filing fee is $204.14 plus publication if applicable.

Guardianship

These records are confidential. Only the attorneys of record, the guardian or the ward may review the file without a court order.

Filing Fee

• Conservatorship $154.14
• Guardianship $204.14
• Relative Guardianship $67.00

Adoption

Adoptions are confidential and require a court order to access, except for adoption records that have not been finalized which may be reviewed by the attorney for the petitioners. No information is given over the telephone. Once a final decree has been filed, records may not be accessed without a court order. The filing fee is $174.14.

Mental Health

All mental health records are confidential. A court order is required to access mental health records.

FAQ's

How do I file a probate?

In the same manner as any other civil action, by paying the statutory court filing costs and filing a petition for probate.

Do I need an attorney?

No, but probate is a highly specialized field of law and retaining a qualified attorney is recommended.

What are "Letters?"

Letters of Administration are issued by the Probate Judge to the personal representative to facilitate handling of the decedent's affairs.

Small Claims

Small claims suits may be brought for amounts in controversy not exceeding $10,000. Forms to initiate a small claims action are available in the Court Clerk's office. Small claims cases are set for hearing approximately 4 to 6 weeks after filing. Evictions are set for hearing between 5 and 10 days after filing.

Filing Fees

Court Appearance Schedule

You should appear in court on your court date, whether or not the defendant has been served. The docket will be called at 9 a.m. for small claims and 10 a.m. for evictions. When your name is called, please inform the judge that you are here and whether you are the plaintiff or the defendant.

FAQ's

How do I file in Small Claims?

To see how to fill out small claims, view examples: affidavits and forcible entries and detainers.

• Affidavits Filing Examples (PDF)
• Forcible Entry and Detainer Filing Examples (PDF)
• Forcible Entry and Detainer Petition (PDF)
• Forcible Entry and Detainer Summons (PDF)
• Small Claims Affidavit (PDF)

How do I file a Garnishment?

Court costs include:

• Bank garnishment - $66.64
• Continuing wage garnishment (6 months) - $106.64
• One time garnishment - $66.64

Other costs include:

• Certified mail service of process - $10
• Sheriff service of process - $50

Private process server costs are comparable to Sheriff service, however, the clerk's office does not contract with private process servers. View samples and forms.

How do I file a claim for exemption from garnishment based upon hardship, when I have been garnished?

Access the claim for exemption and request for hearing documents.

How long will it take to see the Judge?

Small claims affidavits are set within 60 days. Forcible entry and detainer actions (evictions) are heard no sooner than 5 days, no more than 10 days after filing.

What is a Paupers Affidavit?

A pauper's affidavit is a sworn statement stating a person does not have sufficient funds to pay court costs for the filing of a new civil case. A judge must enter an order determining poverty.

Where do I get a Process Server?

Process server lists are provided in the Court Clerk's office.

Traffic

***NOTICE: All costs and fines must be paid in full at court appearance. You have the option of appearing in court or entering a plea on the back of the citation and mailing your fine to the Court Clerk prior to the court date. On scheduled court dates Traffic Court begins at 9 a.m. in room 101 (Jury Assembly Room).

Payment Options

• Cash
• Cashier's Check
• Credit Card*
  • American Express
  • Discover
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
• Money Order

*You can pay by credit card here: https://pay.oscn.net/epayments/.

If you prefer to pay in person at the County Annex Building located at: 320 Robert S. Kerr Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK. Please come to the 4th floor Court Clerk's Office. If paying in person by credit card, the credit card holder must be present for the transaction. For example, a defendant cannot present a relative's credit card for payment without the relative being present. Please note: We do NOT accept credit card payments over the phone.

• Make checks payable to: Rick Warren Court Clerk
• Mail payments to: 320 Robert S Kerr Avenue, #407, Oklahoma City, OK 73102

FAQ's

What tickets are processed in state court?

Highway patrol, county sheriff and university police tickets are processed in state court. Municipal tickets are processed in the city or town in which they were issued.

Where do I find my court date?

Above your signature and below the officer’s signature on your citation.

Where do I appear for Traffic Court?

You can appear for Traffic Court at: 320 Robert S. Kerr Avenue, #513 (Jury Assembly Room), Oklahoma City, OK 73102. Hours: Traffic Court begins at 9 a.m.

How can I pay my traffic ticket?

You can pay your tickets by:

• Cash
• Cashier's Check
• Credit Cards (accepted: American Express, MasterCard, and Visa)¹
• Money Order

1. Credit Card Payment must be processed in person and there are no payments by credit card over the phone or by computer. The credit card holder must be present for transaction. For example, a defendant cannot present relative's card for payment without relative being present.

May I make payments on my traffic ticket?

The Court Clerk’s office cannot grant traffic court payment plans.

May I just pay my insurance ticket?

Yes, however, payment results in automatic suspension of your driver's license by the Department of Public Safety. You may wish to present proof of insurance to the District Attorney's office on or before your court date.

Victim Protective Orders

Victim Protective Orders (VPO) Information

Qualifying for a Victim Protective Order

• When it comes to the person you are seeking protection from are you:
• A victim of Rape?
• Biological parents of the same child or children?
• Currently or previously in a dating relationship with them?
• Divorced from their spouse? (Are they married to your ex?)
• Divorced from them?
• Formerly living in the same household as them?
• Living in the same household as them?
• Married to them?
• Related to them by blood?
• Related to them by marriage?
• Their child?
• Their parent?
• If one of those is true, you may request a victim's protective order (VPO). If none of those situations apple, to file for a VPO you must have been the victim of harassment or stalking more than once.

Important Instructions

• In order to request a Domestic VPO against someone, that person must have committed an act of physical harm or made the threat of physical harm to you.
• Either you or the person you are seeking protection from must live in Oklahoma County.
• All forms must be completed in BLACK ink.
• You may file during office hours which are Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. However, if you need the petition to be considered by a judge the same day you file, it must be completed and presented to the court clerk's office no later than 3:30 p.m. It generally takes about an hour to complete your forms so plan on arriving before 2:30 p.m. The office closes at 5 p.m., if your forms are not complete at that time you may take them home and return with them the following business day.
• Please do not sign your form before presenting it to the court clerk's office. We must watch you sign the form.
• If you need to include a child or children on your petition for protection you must be their parent or legal guardian. They must be under the age of 18 and they must live with you and you must have legal custody (full or joint.) Please note, a VPO will not determine custody of a child or children, it is simply an order that there be no contact between the parties.
• There is no money due at the time you file your VPO. However, please bear in mind that a Judge may order court costs of $194.14 once your hearing has been held.

Information Needed

You need the following information:

• The first and last name of the person you're seeking protection from.
• A complete current address for the person you're seeking protection from. This can be a complete current work address or a complete current residence address. To become effective, the VPO must be personally served by the sheriff's office.

Helpful Phone Numbers

• Domestic Violence Hotline: 405-917-9922
• Oklahoma City Police Department: 405-231-2121
• Oklahoma County District Attorney: 405-713-1600
• Legal Aid: 405-521-1302
• Oklahoma County Court Clerk VPO: 405-713-1735
• Oklahoma County Sheriff Judicial Services: 405-713-1034 (Call to see if party has been served, or removed from premises if applicable)
• YWCA: 405-948-1770 (VPO Assistance and Other Services)

Harassment & Stalking

Victim Protective Orders

If you are seeking a VPO due to harassment or stalking a police report listing you as the victim of one or both of these must be filed. We will need the police report number for the filing of your VPO. You will need to present a copy of the police report when you go to court.

Harassment

Harassment is defined as conduct directed toward a person that includes, but is not limited to, repeated and continuing contact that would cause a reasonable person to suffer emotional distress and actually causes emotional distress to the victim.

Stalking

Stalking is defined as any person who, willfully, maliciously, and repeatedly follows or harasses another person in a manner that would cause a reasonable person to feel frightened, intimidated, threatened, harassed, or molested.

FAQ's

How will I know when my temporary VPO has been granted?

You will receive your packet within 5 business days.

What happens when the defendant lives in another state?

A petitioner who lives in Oklahoma County can still file, but it is the petitioner’s responsibility to contact the sheriff’s office in the county where the defendant resides, to have the defendant served in that state. The petitioner must still provide a complete current address for the defendant, to the sheriff in the other state.

Can the Sheriff serve just anyone with the protective order?

No, the defendant must be personally served. No one else can accept the protective order.

How long is the temporary protective order in place?

The protective order is just effective until your court date, but for it to be in effect the defendant must be served.

What if the defendant is not served before my court date?

You will still need to attend your court date so the judge can give you an order for a new court date, and try to get the defendant served for the new court date.

Can the defendant be served with my certified copies?

Yes, the defendant can be served with certified copies before the court date, but you would need to call law enforcement to have the defendant served.

What happens if I miss my court date?

If you are the Petitioner and miss your court date the case may be dismissed and the court costs could be assessed to you. If you are the Defendant and miss your court date then the permanent protective order may be granted in favor of the petitioner with the court costs assessed to the defendant.

Forms

• Emergency Order of Protection (PDF)
• Petition for Protective Order (PDF)