York County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$100 to $150
New civil suit
E-filing
Required
Through South Carolina Judicial Branch E-Filing
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Main courthouse: Moss Justice Center, 1675-1G York Hwy, York, SC 29745Clerk counter: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PMSource
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$100 to $150
Small claimsVaries, see details
Divorce / family$150

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $150, the civil filing fee in York County is about the same as nearby counties (median $150 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

York County Clerk of Court (16th Judicial Circuit)
Angela "Angie" Bryant
Moss Justice Center · Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
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Courthouses in York County

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York County Magistrate Court - Bethel / Kings Mountain Magistrate

Address
201 South Main Street, Clover, 29710
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York County Magistrate Court - Broad River / Bullock Creek Magistrate

Address
5800 Wylie Avenue, Hickory Grove, 29717
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York County Magistrate Court - Catawba / Ebenezer Magistrate

Address
1070 Heckle Blvd, Suite 2100, Rock Hill, 29732
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York County Magistrate Court - Fort Mill Magistrate

Address
120 E Elliott Street, Fort Mill, 29715

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in York County, South Carolina is $150.00 (Common Pleas civil action; $100 statutory base per S.C. Code 8-21-310 plus assessments)

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

    Small claims heard in Magistrate Court, not Clerk of Court.

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

    $150.00 (Family Court first filing)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in York County?

    Filings go to the York County Clerk of Court (16th Judicial Circuit), located at 1675-1G York Hwy, York, SC 29745. You can reach the clerk at (803) 684-8510.

York County Circuit Court, SC: (803) 684-8510, Hours & $150 Filing Fee | 1Court