Kershaw 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
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search

Filing fees

Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$150
Small claims$80
Divorce / family$150

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

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in Kershaw County

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Kershaw County Magistrate Court

Address
1121 Broad Street, Room 202, Camden, 29020

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Kershaw County, South Carolina is $150.00 (first filing in a civil action, Court of Common Pleas; statewide statutory fee set by S.C. Code Ann. Sec. 8-21-310(11)(a))

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Kershaw County?

    $80.00 (Magistrate Court civil action; S.C. Code Ann. Sec. 8-21-1010)

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Kershaw County?

    $150.00 (first filing in a Family Court action; S.C. Code Ann. Sec. 8-21-310(11)(a))

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Kershaw County?

    Filings go to the Kershaw County Clerk of Court, located at 1121 Broad Street, Room 313, Camden, SC 29020. You can reach the clerk at (803) 425-7223.

Kershaw County Circuit Court, SC: (803) 425-7223, Hours & $150 Filing Fee | 1Court