Spartanburg County Court Records Search

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    Spartanburg County, South Carolina, operates a multi-tier court system that generates a wide range of public documents — from criminal indictments and civil judgments to family court orders and probate inventories. These records are generated, collected, and maintained by the county’s courts and clerks’ offices throughout the life of every case. Whether you are researching a legal matter, verifying a judgment, or conducting a background check, understanding which court holds the records you need and how to reach it is the essential first step.

    Residents of South Carolina looking for court case information have several starting points available to them. The South Carolina Judicial Branch provides an online case records search that covers Circuit Court, Family Court, and some Municipal Court filings statewide. SouthCarolinaCourts.us is one additional resource that aggregates publicly available case data, though official court sources should always be consulted for the most accurate and up-to-date information. Records may also be located by contacting the Clerk of Court directly, visiting public-access terminals at the courthouse, or submitting a written request by mail.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Spartanburg County?

    The primary portal for searching Spartanburg County court records online is the South Carolina Judicial Department’s Public Index. The system covers Circuit Court records for both the Court of General Sessions (criminal) and the Court of Common Pleas (civil). To use it, navigate to the site, select Spartanburg County from the county list, review and accept the terms of use, and then create a free account. Once logged in, you can search by party name, case number, attorney name, or filing date range.

    For Family Court matters, a separate portal — the South Carolina Judicial Department Family Court Public Index — provides online access to domestic cases. The SC Judicial Branch case records search page also provides consolidated access to trial court records and links to all available county public indexes.

    In-Person Searches

    The Spartanburg County Clerk of Court maintains records for General Sessions, Common Pleas, and Family Court at the new Spartanburg County Courthouse. Walk-in visitors may use public-access terminals in the clerk’s office during business hours.

    Spartanburg County Courthouse — Clerk of Court
    Address: 180 Magnolia Street, 2nd Floor, Suite 2100, Spartanburg, SC 29306
    Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3483, Spartanburg, SC 29304
    Phone: (864) 596-2591
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (excluding holidays)

    Free parking is available at the Library Street Parking Garage.

    Mail Requests

    Mail requests for records should be addressed to the specific court division. Include the case name, case number, filing date if known, a self-addressed stamped envelope, and payment for any applicable fees. Division-specific mailing contacts are listed below in the relevant sections.

    Are Court Records Public in Spartanburg County?

    Court records in Spartanburg County are presumed to be public under the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act (S.C. Code Ann. § 30-4-10 et seq.). This law does not require requesters to explain why they want a record. The act directs courts and government agencies to make records available for inspection and copying within a reasonable time after receiving a request.

    However, several categories of records are exempt or restricted from public access under Section 30-4-40 of the Act:

    • Arrest warrants that have not yet been signed and served on the subject
    • Records containing personally identifying information, such as Social Security numbers
    • Records sealed by court order
    • Records related to charges that have been expunged
    • Records from cases involving juveniles or minors

    Beyond the FOIA exemptions, certain court-specific confidentiality rules apply. Adoption records require a court order to unseal. Mental health commitment records are confidential by statute. Guardianship records for incapacitated adults may have access restrictions depending on the nature of the proceeding.

    When copies are provided, Spartanburg County charges uniform fees under its FOIA schedule: $0.20 per black-and-white page, $0.35 per color page, $1.00 per CD, and $1.00 per faxed page. Hourly rates are also charged for the time spent searching, retrieving, and redacting records; the Clerk of Court’s rate is currently $27.56 per hour, and the Sheriff’s Office rate is $39.00 per hour. FOIA requests can be submitted through the county’s online FOIA portal, by mail to Spartanburg County, Attn: FOIA, P.O. Box 5666, Spartanburg, SC 29304, or by fax to (864) 596-2232. The county provides an initial response within 10 business days (or 20 business days for records more than 24 months old).

    Spartanburg County Criminal Court Records

    Criminal cases in Spartanburg County are heard in the Court of General Sessions, which is part of the Seventh Judicial Circuit. This court handles adult felony and misdemeanor charges. Records from General Sessions — including indictments, pleas, trial transcripts, and sentencing orders — are filed with the Clerk of Court and are generally accessible to the public unless sealed or expunged.

    How to Access General Sessions Records

    • Online: Search the Spartanburg Public Index using a defendant’s name or case number.
    • In person: Visit the Clerk of Court at the Spartanburg County Courthouse, Suite 2100.
    • By email: Contact the General Sessions division for filing questions at tlcamp@spartanburgcounty.org or reach out about hearings through amfreeman@spartanburgcounty.org.
    • Records copies: Contact Allen Lee at alee@spartanburgcounty.org for copies of General Sessions, Common Pleas, or Family Court records.

    Statewide Criminal History Records (SLED)

    For a comprehensive criminal history check, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) maintains the statewide repository. Requests can be made in three ways:

    1. Online via the SLED CATCH portal — accept terms, confirm eligibility, pay, and view/print the results.
    2. By mail — complete the Criminal Records Check Form and send it with payment and a self-addressed stamped envelope to: SLED Records Department, P.O. Box 21398, Columbia, SC 29221-1398.
    3. By phone — call SLED at (803) 896-1447 or (803) 896-7005.

    The fee is $25 per search (non-refundable). Online requests carry an additional $1 processing fee. Qualifying charitable organizations may be eligible for a reduced fee of $8. Mail payments must be in the form of a business check, certified check, cashier’s check, or money order.

    Arrest Records and Sheriff’s Office

    The Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office maintains booking records and provides a public bookings search on its website. The non-emergency line is (864) 596-2222. For formal public records requests related to arrest or incident reports, submit a request through the county’s FOIA portal or mail it to the address above.

    Spartanburg County Civil Court Records

    Civil cases in Spartanburg County are handled by the Court of Common Pleas, which has jurisdiction over claims for money, property, injunctions, foreclosures, and other non-criminal matters. The Clerk of Court is the official custodian of all Common Pleas filings.

    Searching Civil Records

    Civil case records can be searched using the same Spartanburg Public Index used for criminal cases. Select the Court of Common Pleas filter to narrow results. Searches can be conducted by party name, case number, or filing date. An account is required to access the full record details.

    Filing and Requesting Copies

    • Attorneys are required to use the SC Judicial Branch’s e-filing system for most Common Pleas filings.
    • Self-represented litigants and members of the public can mail non-exempt filings to: Spartanburg County Clerk of Court, Common Pleas Division, P.O. Box 3483, Spartanburg SC 29304-3483. Include the filing fee, copies you wish to have clocked and returned, and a self-addressed stamped envelope.
    • For hearing questions, contact Common Pleas staff at mmartinez@spartanburgcounty.org. For e-filing issues, visit the SC Courts e-filing page.
    • For questions on existing case filings: tmassey@spartanburgcounty.org.

    Copy fees follow the FOIA schedule: $0.20 per black-and-white page, $0.35 per color page, and $1.00 per CD. A $27.56-per-hour search and retrieval rate applies when staff time is required.

    The Spartanburg County State Court System page on the county website provides direct links to the Public Index, court rosters, and online payment services for anyone navigating the civil court system.

    Spartanburg County Family Court Records

    South Carolina’s uniform Family Court system was established by statute in 1976 and handles all matters involving domestic and family relationships, as well as cases involving minors who are neglected, abused, or alleged to have violated state law or a municipal ordinance. The Spartanburg County Family Court operates within the county courthouse and hears divorce, legal separation, annulment, spousal support, child custody, child support, domestic violence, adoption, and related cases.

    Accessing Family Court Records

    Family court records are accessible to the public unless they are sealed or involve juveniles. The primary online tool is the South Carolina Judicial Department Family Court Public Index, which allows searches by party name for domestic filings. Access requires creating a free account.

    In-person requests go to the Clerk of Court at the courthouse address listed above. Mail filings should be directed to: Spartanburg County Clerk of Court, Family Court Division, P.O. Box 3483, Spartanburg SC 29304-3483.

    • For general Family Court questions: bbrowning@spartanburgcounty.org
    • For hearing-related inquiries: sfleming@spartanburgcounty.org
    • For child support information: see the child support page linked on the county’s Family Court site.

    Marriage and Divorce Records

    Marriage certificates issued by Spartanburg County are available from the Spartanburg County Probate Court. Certified copies cost $5.00 each. To request by mail, complete the Request for Marriage Certificate form and send it with a certified check or money order payable to Spartanburg County Probate Court to: 180 Magnolia Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306.

    The South Carolina DHEC Vital Records Office also issues certified marriage and divorce records. Records can be requested in person at any Vital Records office location, by mail, by phone, or online.

    • The Spartanburg Vital Records branch is located at 118 Dillon Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29307, phone (864) 596-2227.
    • Divorce reports from DHEC cost $17 for the initial copy and $3 for each additional copy ordered at the same time.
    • Birth and death records from the Vital Records Office cost $17 for in-person requests and $12 for mailed requests, with each additional copy costing $3.
    • Only eligible parties — the registrant, immediate family members, and legal representatives — may obtain certified vital records. A valid government-issued photo ID is required.

    Divorce records can also be obtained directly from the Spartanburg County Family Court. Requesters can visit the courthouse or search the Family Court Public Index online.

    Spartanburg County Probate Court Records

    The Spartanburg County Probate Court handles a range of matters, including the probate of wills, administration of decedents’ estates, conservatorships for minors, appointment and supervision of guardians for incapacitated adults, involuntary mental health commitments, and the issuance of marriage licenses.

    Spartanburg County Probate Court
    Address: 180 Magnolia Street, Suite 302, Spartanburg, SC 29306
    Phone: (864) 596-2556
    Fax: (864) 596-2011
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

    Walk-In and Appointment Services

    The Probate Court handles preliminary estate consultations on a walk-in basis between 9:00 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. A ransomware attack in April 2023 affected the court’s computer database, so limited appointment availability and staff constraints are ongoing considerations. It is strongly recommended to schedule appointments in advance and arrive early to allow time for parking and courthouse security screening.

    Reviewing Physical Files

    The Probate Court’s research room is open to the public. To review a physical file, schedule an appointment by emailing mbradley@spartanburgcounty.org with the following information:

    1. Requestor’s name and phone number
    2. Name of the decedent or subject
    3. Case number (if known)
    4. Clerk assigned to the case
    5. Whether the file is active or closed

    Once the email is received, the court will contact you to schedule an appointment. Calling the court at (864) 596-2556 in advance is also recommended for guidance on your specific request.

    Probate Estate Filing Fees

    South Carolina probate filing fees are set by statute and scale with the value of the estate. According to verified fee schedules for South Carolina probate proceedings, fees begin at $25.00 for estates under $5,000 and increase based on total estate value. The Probate Court can confirm the current fee schedule at the time of filing. Certified copies of marriage licenses from the Probate Court cost $5.00 per copy.

    Court Locations Summary

    The following table provides quick-reference contact information for all courts in Spartanburg County.

    CourtAddressPhone
    Circuit Court (Clerk of Court)180 Magnolia St., Suite 2100, Spartanburg, SC 29306(864) 596-2591
    Court of General Sessions180 Magnolia St., Spartanburg, SC 29306(864) 596-2591
    Court of Common Pleas180 Magnolia St., Spartanburg, SC 29306(864) 596-2591
    Family Court180 Magnolia St., Spartanburg, SC 29306(864) 596-2591
    Probate Court180 Magnolia St., Suite 302, Spartanburg, SC 29306(864) 596-2556
    Magistrate Court – Courthouse180 Magnolia St., Spartanburg, SC 29306(864) 596-2564
    Magistrate Court – Boiling Springs4224 Highway 9, Boiling Springs, SC 29316(864) 578-2885
    Magistrate Court – Chesnee201 West Cherokee Street, Chesnee, SC 29323(864) 461-3402
    Magistrate Court – Detention Center950 California Avenue, Spartanburg, SC 29303(864) 596-3424
    Magistrate Court – Greer13465 East Wade Hampton Blvd., Suite 18, Greer, SC 29651(864) 879-0063
    Magistrate Court – Inman10471 Asheville Hwy., Suite 12, Inman, SC 29349(864) 708-0048
    Magistrate Court – Pacolet1425 North Highway 150, Pacolet, SC 29372(864) 474-0344
    Spartanburg Municipal Court145 West Broad Street, Spartanburg, SC 29304(864) 596-2038
    Cowpens Municipal Court5332 Main Street, Cowpens, SC 29330(864) 463-3201
    Duncan Municipal Court50 Hughes Street, Duncan, SC 29334(864) 439-2664
    Inman Municipal Court20 South Main Street, Inman, SC 29349(864) 472-6200
    Landrum Municipal Court100 North Shamrock Avenue, Landrum, SC 29356(864) 457-7281
    Lyman Municipal Court81 Grove Road, Lyman, SC 29365(864) 485-0206
    Wellford Municipal Court127 Syphrit Road, Wellford, SC 29385(864) 439-4875
    Woodruff Municipal Court231 East Hayne Street, Woodruff, SC 29388(864) 476-8131

    For a complete list of Spartanburg County Magistrate Court locations and their contact details, visit the county’s official courts page. Court forms for all South Carolina trial courts, including General Sessions, Common Pleas, Family Court, and Magistrate, are available through the SC Judicial Branch court forms directory.