Auglaize County Family Law Guide
Reviewed by Stephanie Green · Managing Partner & Co-Founder · Last updated May 27, 2026
Gavvl Law helps Auglaize County, Ohio families with divorce, dissolution, custody, child support, paternity, and more. Find the right Auglaize County court, filing fees, and parenting resources below, or book a $25 first consultation to talk through your options with a local-focused attorney.
How we can help in Auglaize County
Ending a Marriage
- Divorce
Domestic Relations Court $325 flat deposit (no separate with-children fee) · service by publication adds a $600 security deposit
Best for: You and your spouse don't agree on everything (custody, parenting time, money, property, debt, or support).
View guide - Dissolution
Domestic Relations Court Filing fees vary — confirm with the Clerk
Best for: Both spouses agree on every issue — property, debt, support, and parenting — and will sign and appear together.
View guide - Legal Separation
Domestic Relations Court Filing fees vary — confirm with the Clerk
Best for: You want court orders on property, support, and parenting but aren't ending the marriage.
View guide - Annulment
Domestic Relations Court flat $325 deposit (shared with divorce and dissolution)
Best for: Your marriage may be legally invalid (bigamy, underage, fraud, force, or incapacity).
View guide
Parents & Children
- Custody
Domestic Relations or Juvenile Court Filing fees vary — confirm with the Clerk
Best for: You need a court order setting who the children live with and how parenting time and decision-making are divided.
View guide - Child Support
Domestic Relations or Juvenile Court motion to modify $200 plus any past court costs in a DR case
Best for: You need to establish a first child-support order or change an existing one.
View guide - Paternity
Juvenile Court Juvenile filings follow the court's catch-all deposit of $250 (the clerk may set more)
Best for: You and the other parent were never married to each other.
View guide - Shared Parenting
Domestic Relations or Juvenile Court Part of the divorce deposit (married) or the Juvenile catch-all deposit (never-married, $250; clerk may set more)
Best for: Both parents want to be designated residential parents and legal custodians.
View guide - Non-Parent Custody
Juvenile Court Filed in the Auglaize County Juvenile Division (catch-all deposit $250; the clerk may set more)
Best for: You are a grandparent, relative, or other non-parent seeking custody or visitation.
View guide
Changing or Enforcing Orders
- Modifications
Domestic Relations or Juvenile Court Motion to modify $200 plus any past court costs · post-judgment motion $200
Best for: You already have a final Auglaize County order and need to change it.
View guide - Contempt
Domestic Relations or Juvenile Court DR post-judgment motion $200 · juvenile catch-all deposit $250 (clerk may set more)
Best for: You have a final Auglaize County order the other party is violating.
View guide
Emergency & Safety
- Emergency Custody
Domestic Relations or Juvenile Court Filing fees vary — confirm with the Clerk
Best for: A child faces an immediate risk of harm right now.
View guide - Protection Orders
Domestic Relations Court Filing fees vary — confirm with the Clerk
Best for: A family or household member has harmed, threatened, or stalked you or your children.
View guide
The Auglaize County family-law guide
Verified June 25, 2026
Download our free Auglaize County family-law guide (PDF) — a plain-language walkthrough of which court hears each matter, the current filing fees, the required parenting class, and e-filing — checked against the county's own court rules and fee schedules.
Download the Auglaize County family-law guide (PDF)
Talk to a Auglaize County family-law attorney
Sources we checked
- Auglaize County Court of Common Pleas — Domestic Relations Court, (419) 739-6775, https://www2.auglaizecounty.org/courts/domestic-relations-court
- Auglaize County Juvenile Division, Suite 119, (419) 739-6776
- Auglaize County Child Support Enforcement Agency (CSEA), (567) 242-2700
What we confirmed for 2026
- Added rich county-hub enrichment for Auglaize: keyFees (flat $325 divorce/dissolution/annulment deposit, $600 publication security deposit, $200 post-decree/post-judgment motions, $150 reopen, $250 juvenile catch-all) and the A-OK parenting class ($30, 4-hour online, every two years).
- All amounts mirror the county's existing researched FAQ answers; no new figures introduced.
- Filing deposits remain Clerk-confirmable at (419) 739-6775.
- Verified 2026-06-25 against the existing Auglaize base-hub and extra-module FAQs.
Auglaize County family-law courts
Domestic Relations Court
Divorce, dissolution, legal separation, and spousal support for married spouses
Auglaize County Court of Common Pleas
201 S Willipie St, Wapakoneta, OH 45895
Wapakoneta, OH 45895
Phone: (419) 739-6775
Hours: Monday–Friday (call the Clerk to confirm current hours)
Court divisions, filing fees, and local requirements can change. Confirm the correct court, current fees, and required forms with the Auglaize County Clerk of Courts before you file.
Why Auglaize County is different
One flat $325 deposit
Auglaize charges a single $325 deposit for a divorce, dissolution, or annulment, applied toward court costs — there is no separate with-children fee. An Affidavit of Indigency (fee waiver) is available under Ohio Civil Rule 3(E). Confirm the current amount with the Domestic Relations Court at (419) 739-6775. (Auglaize base-hub FAQ: auglaize-flat-deposit / auglaize-divorce-fee)
A-OK parenting class with minor children
Parents in a case with minor children must complete the A-OK (Assisting Our Kids) class — a 4-hour online course that costs $30, required once every two years — and file the certificate before the final hearing. (Auglaize base-hub FAQ: auglaize-aok-class / parenting-class-auglaize)
Temporary orders run on the 14-day rule
You request temporary orders by separate motion and sworn affidavit; the court does not rule for 14 days after service. A true emergency gets a priority hearing within 14 days, but for immediate danger a domestic violence protection order (no filing fee, filed on paper) is the faster path. (Auglaize base-hub FAQ: auglaize-temp-orders-14day / auglaize-dvcpo)
Court filing fees in Auglaize County
Domestic Relations Court
- Divorce / dissolution / annulment filing deposit: $325 — One flat deposit applied toward court costs — there is no separate with-children fee.
- Service by publication security deposit: $600
- Post-decree motion to modify: $200 — Plus any past court costs you were ordered to pay; a post-judgment motion is also $200.
- Reopen a case: $150
Juvenile Court
- Juvenile custody filing deposit: $250 — Catch-all deposit; the clerk may set more, and juvenile filings cannot be paid online.
These are court deposits and can change. Confirm current amounts with the Auglaize County Clerk of Courts before you file.
Parent education in Auglaize County
- A-OK (Assisting Our Kids) — $30 · 4-hour online course · Required
Required once every two years for parents with minor children; file the certificate before the final hearing.
Emergency and protection orders in Auglaize County
Auglaize decides temporary orders under a 14-day rule, so a true emergency must show immediate risk in a sworn affidavit, after which the court can set a priority hearing within 14 days. For immediate danger, a domestic violence protection order (no filing fee, filed on paper) is the faster path; if you are in danger right now, call 911.
Free local resources in Auglaize County
- Auglaize County Clerk of Courts — Provides current filing fees, local forms, and filing instructions for custody, divorce, and dissolution cases. Call the Domestic Relations Court at (419) 739-6775 or visit https://www2.auglaizecounty.org/courts/domestic-relations-court before filing to confirm deposits and packet requirements.
- Auglaize County Child Support Enforcement Agency (CSEA) — Auglaize County's IV-D agency opens child-support cases, runs wage withholding, distributes payments, and enforces orders. File a IV-D Application when establishing or modifying support.
Frequently asked questions
Does Gavvl Law serve Auglaize County, Ohio?
Yes. Gavvl Law represents families across all 88 Ohio counties, including Auglaize County and Wapakoneta. We handle divorce, dissolution, custody, child support, paternity, and other family law matters for Auglaize County residents.
Which Auglaize County court handles my family law case?
Most Auglaize County family law cases are heard at Auglaize County Court of Common Pleas. The right division depends on your case type — for example, custody and support for unmarried parents is often handled in a separate juvenile division from divorce. Confirm where to file and any local requirements with the Auglaize County Clerk of Courts before you start.
How much does it cost to file a family law case in Auglaize County?
Court filing fees in Auglaize County are deposits that vary by case type — for example, the deposit for Divorce / dissolution / annulment filing deposit is about $325. These deposits can change and do not include attorney fees. Confirm the current schedule with the Auglaize County Clerk of Courts, and ask Gavvl Law about flat fees and payment plans for representation.
Do I have to take a parenting class in Auglaize County?
Yes. Auglaize County requires parents in divorce, dissolution, and most custody cases to complete a parenting class — A-OK (Assisting Our Kids) ($30). Required once every two years for parents with minor children; file the certificate before the final hearing.
Can I file Auglaize County family law forms online?
It depends on the court. Some Ohio courts accept e-filing while others require paper filing in person or by mail. Check the Auglaize County Clerk of Courts website for the current options before you prepare your documents.
How long does a divorce or dissolution take in Auglaize County?
It depends on the path. An Ohio dissolution — used when both spouses agree on every issue — is generally finalized within about 30 to 90 days of filing, because the law sets the final hearing in that window. A contested divorce takes longer, often several months to more than a year, depending on the issues and the court's schedule. Auglaize County's docket affects timing, so ask about current wait times at your consultation.
What family law services does Gavvl Law offer in Auglaize County?
Gavvl Law offers divorce, dissolution, legal separation, custody, shared parenting, child support, paternity, post-decree modifications, and more for Auglaize County families. Choose a service below to see the local process and forms.
Call (844) 694-2885 or email support@gavvl.com.
