South Carolina Court Locations and Records
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Family cases in South Carolina are heard in the Family Court. South Carolina has a dedicated Family Court for divorce, custody, and support. South Carolina's 46 counties are grouped into 16 judicial circuits, each with a Family Court.
The clerk's office is a different thing from the court itself. The clerk accepts filings, keeps the record, and collects fees, while judges and hearings belong to the court. For a filing question, the clerk is the right first call. The official South Carolina directory and case record search are below.
Official South Carolina court locators
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SC courthouse search (South Carolina judicial branch): Find the courthouse or clerk that serves your area, with locations and contact details. https://www.sccourts.org/courts/courthouse-search/
SC Judicial Case Records Search (South Carolina courts): Look up existing case records. Access is listed as free and the system is organized mixed. https://www.sccourts.org/case-records-search/
South Carolina state courts website (South Carolina judicial branch): The official home of the South Carolina court system, with statewide rules, news, and links to every court. https://www.sccourts.org
SC Judicial Branch E-Filing (SC Judicial Branch): South Carolina's e-filing is for licensed attorneys only, and Family Court uses a separate attorney-only portal. If you are representing yourself, file your papers on paper with the Clerk of Court in your county. https://www.sccourts.org/e-filing-for-attorneys/
South Carolina court self-help resources (South Carolina courts self-help): Official self-help information for people handling their own South Carolina family case, including instructions and plain-language guides. https://www.sclegal.org
SC Judicial Case Records Search: No account needed. Family Court records are reached per county. As of Jan 1, 2026, home addresses are no longer shown. Some family/juvenile records are sealed. https://www.sccourts.org/case-records-search/
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Official link data for South Carolina was last verified June 2026. Report anything outdated through our contact page and we will re-check the official source.
Frequently asked questions
Which court hears family cases in South Carolina?
Family cases in South Carolina are heard in the Family Court. South Carolina has a dedicated Family Court for divorce, custody, and support. South Carolina's 46 counties are grouped into 16 judicial circuits, each with a Family Court.
Can I look up an existing South Carolina case online?
SC Judicial Case Records Search is the official search. No account needed. Family Court records are reached per county. As of Jan 1, 2026, home addresses are no longer shown. Some family/juvenile records are sealed.
Is the clerk the same as the court?
No. The clerk of court accepts filings, keeps records, and collects fees. Judges and hearings belong to the court itself. For filing questions, start with the clerk's office.