Darlington County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$150
New civil suit · Court of Common Pleas
E-filing
Available
Through South Carolina Judicial Branch E-Filing
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search

Filing fees

Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$150

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $150, the civil filing fee in Darlington County is about the same as nearby counties (median $150 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in Darlington County

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Darlington County, South Carolina is $150.00 for most civil actions in the Court of Common Pleas (S.C. Code 8-21-310)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Darlington County?

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

  • Is there a free online case search for Darlington County?

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Darlington County?

    Filings go to the Darlington County Clerk of Court, located at 1 Public Square, Room 404, Darlington, SC 29532. You can reach the clerk at (843) 398-4330.

Darlington County Circuit Court, SC: (843) 398-4330, Hours & $150 Filing Fee | 1Court