Oconee County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$150
E-filing
Yes - mandatory for…
Case lookup
Free online

At $150, the civil filing fee in Oconee County is lower than most nearby counties (median $218 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Oconee County Clerk of Court

Melissa Burton

Self-Help & Jury

E-FilingYes - mandatory for…

South Carolina Electronic Filing (SC E-Filing) · Yes - mandatory for attorneys in Court of Common Pleas

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Civil Complaint
$150
$150 filing fee due when a civil Common Pleas action is initially filed (statewide, S.C. Code 8-21-310)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Oconee County, South Carolina is $150 filing fee due when a civil Common Pleas action is initially filed (statewide, S.C. Code 8-21-310)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Oconee County?

    Filings go to the Oconee County Clerk of Court. You can reach the clerk at (864) 638-4280.

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