How much does it cost to file a civil case in Chester County?

The civil filing fee in Chester County, South Carolina is $150.00.

Can I e-file court documents in Chester County?

Yes. E-filing is available through South Carolina Judicial Department E-Filing.

Yes. You can look up cases online at publicindex.sccourts.org.

Filings go to the Chester County Clerk of Court. You can reach the clerk at (803) 385-2605.

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Chester County, South Carolina.

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Civil filing fee

$150.00

Case lookup

Free online

At $150, the civil filing fee in Chester County is about the same as nearby counties (median $150 across 6 nearby counties).

Chester County Clerk of Court

Betty Jo Lawson

Filing Fees

Civil Complaint

$150.00

How much does it cost to file a civil case in Chester County?
The civil filing fee in Chester County, South Carolina is $150.00.
Can I e-file court documents in Chester County?
Yes. E-filing is available through South Carolina Judicial Department E-Filing.
Is there a free online case search for Chester County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at publicindex.sccourts.org.
Where do I file court documents in Chester County?
Filings go to the Chester County Clerk of Court. You can reach the clerk at (803) 385-2605.

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