Florence County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$100 to $150
New civil suit · Court of Common Pleas
E-filing
Required
Through South Carolina E-Filing
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$100 to $150

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

Clerk & court records

Florence County Clerk of Court
Doris Poulos O'Hara
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Florence County

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Florence County Magistrate Court - Johnsonville Magistrate Court

Address
111 West Broadway Street, Johnsonville, 29555
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Florence County Magistrate Court - Lake City Magistrate Court

Address
345 South Ron McNair Boulevard, Lake City, 29560
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Florence County Magistrate Court - Olanta Magistrate Court

Address
220 East Main Street, Olanta, 29114
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Florence County Magistrate Court - Timmonsville Magistrate Court

Address
109 East Smith Street, Timmonsville, 29161

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Florence County, South Carolina is $150 (Court of Common Pleas civil action; S.C. Code Ann. 8-21-310, $100 statutory base plus surcharge)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through South Carolina E-Filing. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Florence County?

    Filings go to the Florence County Clerk of Court, located at 181 N. Irby St., Florence, SC 29501. You can reach the clerk at (843) 665-3031.

Florence County Circuit Court, SC: (843) 665-3031, Hours & $150 Filing Fee | 1Court