Family Court in Centennial, Colorado

Centennial sits in Arapahoe County, Colorado, so family court is handled at the county level. How and where to file family court papers from Centennial: the right clerk of court, e-filing, filing fees, and self-help for custody, child support, and divorce.

Frequently asked questions

Where do I file family court papers if I live in Centennial, Colorado?

Centennial sits in Arapahoe County, Colorado. Family court matters for Centennial residents are filed with the clerk of court for the Arapahoe county. Start with the Arapahoe county court resources linked on this page to confirm the family division, courthouse location, hours, and accepted filing formats. FamilyCourtHelp.com is a self-help resource and not a law firm.

Can I e-file my Centennial family court case online?

Colorado uses Colorado Courts E-Filing for electronic court filings. Whether self-represented filers in Centennial can e-file depends on the court and case type, so confirm with the clerk before you submit. Where e-filing is not open to you, the clerk will accept paper filings in person or by mail.

How much does it cost to file for divorce or custody in Centennial?

Dissolution filing fee: ~$230. The exact amount is set by the clerk and changes over time, so verify the current schedule before filing. If you cannot afford the fee, Colorado courts let you ask for a fee waiver based on income.

Is there free self-help for self-represented parents near Centennial?

Yes. Colorado maintains a statewide self-help resource for people without a lawyer, and many clerks run a local self-help center too. Use those official resources for forms and procedure, and use FamilyCourtHelp.com to organize your case, draft documents, and prepare. This page is educational and not legal advice.

Which county court covers Centennial?

Centennial is served by the Arapahoe county court in Colorado. Divorce, custody, child support, and parenting-plan cases for Centennial residents are heard in that court's family division.