CivilCriminal
Beaufort County Circuit Court
Address
102 Ribaut Road, Room 119, Beaufort, 29901
Phone
Beaufort County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
E-filing
Required
Through South Carolina Statewide E-Filing
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $150 |
| Small claims | Varies, see details |
| Divorce / family | $150 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $150, the civil filing fee in Beaufort County is about the same as nearby counties (median $150 across 3 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Courthouses in Beaufort County
FamilyJuvenile
Beaufort County Family Court
Address
102 Ribaut Road, Room 119, Beaufort, 29901
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Beaufort County Magistrate Court - Bluffton Magistrate
Address
4819 Bluffton Parkway, 2nd Floor, Bluffton, 29910
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Beaufort County Magistrate Court - Hilton Head Magistrate
Address
4819 Bluffton Parkway, Bluffton, 29910
Phone
Probate
Beaufort County Probate Court
Address
PO Box 1083, Beaufort, 29901
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Beaufort Magistrate
Address
106 Ribaut Road, Beaufort, 29901
Phone
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Official links
- Case searchLook up a case by number or partypublicindex.sccourts.org
- E-filing portalFile documents electronicallyefile.sccourts.org
- Fee scheduleThe court's official fee listbeaufortcountysc.gov
- Online paymentsPay fines, fees and costspublicindex.sccourts.org
- Jury serviceJuror informationbeaufortcountysc.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Beaufort County?
The civil filing fee in Beaufort County, South Carolina is $150.00 (Common Pleas summons and complaint)
What is the small claims filing fee in Beaufort County?
Handled by the Magistrate Court.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Beaufort County?
$150.00 (Family Court action; statewide statutory)
Can I e-file court documents in Beaufort County?
Yes. E-filing is available through South Carolina Statewide E-Filing. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Is there a free online case search for Beaufort County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at publicindex.sccourts.org.
Where do I file court documents in Beaufort County?
Filings go to the Beaufort County Clerk of Court. You can reach the clerk at (843) 255-5050.