CivilCriminal
Richland County Circuit Court
Address
1701 Main Street, Suite 205, Columbia, 29201
Phone
Richland County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
E-filing
Required
Through South Carolina Judicial Branch E-Filing System
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $100 to $150 |
| Divorce / family | $100 to $150 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $150, the civil filing fee in Richland County is about the same as nearby counties (median $150 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Richland County Clerk of Court (5th Judicial Circuit)
Jeanette McBride
Richland County Judicial Center · Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Courthouses in Richland County
FamilyJuvenile
Richland County Family Court
Address
1701 Main Street, Suite 205, Columbia, 29201
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Richland County Magistrate Court - Blythewood Magistrate
Address
118-A McNulty Drive, Blythewood, 29016
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Richland County Magistrate Court - Columbia Magistrate
Address
3875 Lucius Road, Columbia, 29201
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Richland County Magistrate Court - Dentsville Magistrate
Address
2500 Decker Boulevard, Columbia, 29206
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Richland County Magistrate Court - Dutch Fork Magistrate
Address
1019 Beatty Road, Columbia, 29210
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Richland County Magistrate Court - Eastover Magistrate
Address
501 Main Street, Eastover, 29044
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Richland County Magistrate Court - Hopkins Magistrate
Address
5425 Lower Richland Blvd, Hopkins, 29061
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Richland County Magistrate Court - Lykesland Magistrate
Address
1403 Caroline Road, Columbia, 29209
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Richland County Magistrate Court - Olympia Magistrate
Address
1601 Shop Road, Suite B, Columbia, 29201
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Richland County Magistrate Court - Pontiac Magistrate
Address
2500 Decker Boulevard, Columbia, 29206
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Richland County Magistrate Court - Upper Township Magistrate
Address
7615 Wilson Blvd, Suite A, Columbia, 29203
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Richland County Magistrate Court - Waverly Magistrate
Address
2712 Middleburg Drive, Suite 106, Columbia, 29204
Phone
Probate
Richland County Probate Court
Address
PO Box 192, Columbia, 29202
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Richland County?
The civil filing fee in Richland County, South Carolina is $150.00 (Court of Common Pleas summons and complaint; $100 statutory first-filing fee under S.C. Code 8-21-310 plus assessments)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Richland County?
$150.00 (Family Court first filing; $100 statutory under S.C. Code 8-21-310 plus assessments)
Can I e-file court documents in Richland County?
Yes. E-filing is available through South Carolina Judicial Branch E-Filing System. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Is there a free online case search for Richland County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at publicindex.sccourts.org.
Where do I file court documents in Richland County?
Filings go to the Richland County Clerk of Court (5th Judicial Circuit), located at 1701 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201. You can reach the clerk at (803) 576-1950.