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The Georgetown County Clerk of Court serves the Circuit and Family Courts in Georgetown County, part of the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit with Horry. The clerk keeps the court records for these courts.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Clerk of Court | Alma Y. White |
| Main Address | PO Box 479, Georgetown, SC 29442 |
| Main Phone | (843) 545-3215 |
| Judicial Circuit | Fifteenth Judicial Circuit (Georgetown, Horry) |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Georgetown) |
| Clerk Serves | Circuit Court and Family Court |
| Online Case Search | Public Index |
| Pay Traffic Tickets Online | Online Payments and Traffic Ticket Search |
How to Search Georgetown County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and the approximate dates ready before you search. Georgetown County cases are kept by the Georgetown County Clerk of Court.
Online
Go to Public Index to search statewide case records.
Search by name or case number to find case records.
Check the case details before you request copies.
Best for: Quick lookups of case status and parties
In Person
Go to the Georgetown County Clerk of Court, PO Box 479, Georgetown, SC 29442.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk about records that are not available online.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Phone
Call (843) 545-3215 to confirm what the clerk needs.
Ask which records are available online and which need a visit.
Confirm the case details before you go to the office.
Best for: Confirming records before visiting
Search by Name on SCCourtAccess.org
Go to SCCourtAccess.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Georgetown County Court Statistics (FY 2026)
Georgetown County courts handled an estimated 4,215 new cases in FY 2026 across the case types covered here, and disposed of 2,241 criminal and probate cases. Criminal cases (General Sessions) and probate estate cases come from county reports; civil and family filings are estimated.
~4,215
Total filings in FY 2026
~4,160
Total dispositions in FY 2026
~4,215
Filings per judicial position (1 estimated positions)
~+3.7%
Change in total filings vs FY 2025
| Metric | FY 2026 | FY 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | ~4,215 | ~4,064 | ~+3.7% |
| Total Dispositions | ~4,160 | ~4,010 | ~+3.7% |
| Criminal Filings | 1,559 | 1,554 | +0.3% |
| Civil Filings | ~1,238 | ~1,156 | ~+7.1% |
| Family Law Filings | ~578 | ~594 | ~-2.7% |
| Probate Filings | ~840 | ~760 | ~+10.5% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~1 | ~1 | ~+2.4% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~83 | ~81 | ~+2.4% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~1 | ~1 | ~0.0% |
The largest category movement was in civil filings.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Georgetown County?
Estimated total filings in Georgetown County moved up over the last five years; dispositions are estimated at a similar level.
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY 2026 | ~4,215 | ~4,160 | ~+3.7% |
| FY 2025 | ~4,064 | ~4,011 | ~+1.3% |
| FY 2024 | ~4,012 | ~3,959 | ~+10.3% |
| FY 2023 | ~3,637 | ~3,589 | ~+2.7% |
| FY 2022 | ~3,543 | ~3,497 | ~-22.8% |
Estimated filings changed +19.0% between FY 2022 and FY 2026, from 3,543 to 4,215. The largest annual change was +10.3% in FY 2024. The latest change of +3.7% was driven mainly by civil filings.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Georgetown County?
Criminal cases are the largest category in Georgetown County, at about 37.0% of filings in FY 2026.
| Case Type | Filings FY 2026 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 1,559 | ~37.0% | +0.3% |
| Civil | ~1,238 | ~29.4% | ~+7.1% |
| Probate | ~840 | ~19.9% | ~+10.5% |
| Family law | ~578 | ~13.7% | ~-2.7% |
| Juvenile | ~83 | ~2.0% | ~+2.4% |
| Mental health | ~1 | ~0.0% | ~+2.4% |
Probate cases grew fastest and family law cases fell fastest.
How Does Georgetown County Compare With South Carolina Overall?
Georgetown County is estimated to account for about 1.26% of the 334,712 cases filed in South Carolina courts in FY 2026.
| Metric | Georgetown County | South Carolina | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~4,215 | 334,712 | ~1.26% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+3.7% | +3.8% | Below state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~4,215 | ~7,276 | Below state (estimate) |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~4,160 | ~7,180 | Below state (estimate) |
| Criminal share of filings | ~37.0% | 39.2% | Below state (estimate) |
| Civil share of filings | ~29.4% | 30.0% | Below state (estimate) |
| Family law share of filings | ~13.7% | 17.1% | Below state (estimate) |
Compared with the state, Georgetown County has a higher share of civil filings and a lower share of family law filings. Figures marked with ~ are estimates.
Georgetown County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are South Carolina statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Georgetown County. Agency reporting may be incomplete, and county crime counts are not available here. Statewide violent and property crimes combined fell 15.0% from 2024 to 2025. In 2025, reporting agencies covered about 96.4% of South Carolina's population, so year-over-year changes can partly reflect which agencies reported.
20,950
Violent crimes, South Carolina statewide, 2025
92,086
Property crimes, South Carolina statewide, 2025 (includes arson)
376.1
Violent crime rate per 100K, South Carolina statewide, 2025 (population 5,570,274)
-15.0%
Change in total violent plus property crimes, South Carolina statewide, 2025 vs 2024 (113,036 vs 133,034)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | 352 | 6.3 | 428 | -17.8% |
| Rape | 1,877 | 33.7 | 2,137 | -12.2% |
| Robbery | 1,527 | 27.4 | 1,942 | -21.4% |
| Aggravated assault | 17,194 | 308.7 | 19,581 | -12.2% |
| Violent crimes total | 20,950 | 376.1 | 24,088 | -13.0% |
| Burglary | 13,035 | 234.0 | 15,541 | -16.1% |
| Larceny-theft | 69,668 | 1250.7 | 80,928 | -13.9% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 8,880 | 159.4 | 11,872 | -25.2% |
| Property crimes total | 92,086 | 1653.2 | 108,946 | -15.5% |
Rates use the South Carolina 2025 population of 5,570,274. County-level rates are not published, so this section does not compare Georgetown County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Georgetown County Courthouse Locations
Georgetown County has 1 Clerk of Court location in Georgetown. Check your ticket, summons, or notice for the court and office assigned to your case, and call before you visit.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown County Clerk of Court Office | PO Box 479, Georgetown, SC 29442 | (843) 545-3215 | Clerk of Court Office records and filings |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Georgetown County?
Check the court named on your ticket, summons, or notice, then confirm with the Georgetown County Clerk of Court at (843) 545-3215.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | Magistrate Court or Municipal Court | Check the court named on your ticket. |
| Misdemeanor | Magistrate Court or Municipal Court | Check the court named on your charge paperwork. |
| Felony | Circuit Court | Confirm the case with the Clerk of Court. |
| Civil lawsuit | Circuit Court | Confirm filing details with the Clerk of Court. |
| Small claims | Magistrate Court | Confirm filing details with the Clerk of Court. |
| Divorce | Family Court | Confirm the case with the Clerk of Court at (843) 545-3215. |
| Child custody or support | Family Court | Confirm the case with the Clerk of Court at (843) 545-3215. |
| Probate or estate | Probate Court | The Probate Court is separate from the Clerk of Court. |
| Appeal | Court of Appeals or Supreme Court | Appeals are heard by South Carolina's appellate courts. |
| Federal case | U.S. District Court for South Carolina | Federal cases are outside the state court system. |
Are Georgetown County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Georgetown County court records are public, with exceptions set by South Carolina Judicial Branch court-records policy. Access rules are summarized on the court access page.
Public records
Court records are open to the public unless a rule, law, or court order restricts them.
Restricted or confidential records
Records restricted by Judicial Branch court-records policy are not public. The Clerk of Court can explain which records are restricted for a given case.
Online access
Search case records through Public Index or the Case Records Search page. Online results may not show every document.
In-person access
Contact the Georgetown County Clerk of Court at PO Box 479, Georgetown, SC 29442, or call (843) 545-3215.
How to Search Georgetown County Court Records Online
South Carolina offers an online public index that may show circuit, magistrate, and some municipal court cases from Georgetown County.
- Identify whether your case is criminal, traffic, civil, family, probate, or juvenile.
- Open the official South Carolina Judicial Branch Public Index.
- Search by county, court type, party name, or case number.
- Review the case details, parties, hearing dates, and dispositions.
- Contact the clerk or court in Georgetown County to request documents not available online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | South Carolina Judicial Branch Public Index | Circuit and many magistrate case records, charges, and dispositions. | Municipal coverage is partial; document copies come from the clerk. |
| Traffic | South Carolina Judicial Branch Public Index | Traffic cases in magistrate and some municipal courts. | Not every municipal court is included; contact the issuing court. |
| Civil | South Carolina Judicial Branch Public Index | Common Pleas and magistrate civil case information. | Filed documents are generally not provided online. |
| Small claims | South Carolina Judicial Branch Public Index | Magistrate court civil case information. | Detail varies by court; confirm with the magistrate court. |
| Family law | South Carolina Judicial Branch Public Index | Family Court case information may be listed. | Some family records are confidential; contact the clerk. |
| Probate | Probate records are held by each county Probate Court; check the court in Georgetown County. | Probate case information if offered by the county. | Probate is not part of the general public index; contact the probate court. |
| Juvenile | South Carolina Judicial Branch Public Index | Little or no juvenile information is public. | Juvenile records are confidential and generally not shown online; contact the clerk. |
Use the official South Carolina Judicial Branch search tool to find Georgetown County case records, and ask the Clerk of Court for documents that are not online.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family law, or probate.
- Open Public Index for statewide case records.
- Search by party name or case number and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case details for status, parties, and scheduled dates.
- Contact the Georgetown County Clerk of Court at (843) 545-3215 to request documents that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| All case types | Public Index | Case records and parties | Documents may require the Clerk of Court |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Georgetown County
Georgetown County fines and citations can be paid through statewide Judicial Branch online tools or in person at the Georgetown County Clerk of Court.
- Online Payments: Pay court fines through the Judicial Branch page at sc.gov/court-payments.
- Traffic Ticket Search: Look up and pay traffic tickets at sccourts.org Traffic Ticket Search.
- In person: Visit the Georgetown County Clerk of Court at PO Box 479, Georgetown, SC 29442.
- By phone: Call the Georgetown County Clerk of Court at (843) 545-3215 about your case.
For parking tickets, contact the agency that issued the ticket.
Georgetown County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Georgetown County court records?
Use Public Index to search case records by name or case number, or contact the Georgetown County Clerk of Court at (843) 545-3215.
Are Georgetown County court records public?
Court records follow South Carolina Judicial Branch court-records policy, and restricted records are excluded. Review the court access page for details.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name on Public Index, or call the Georgetown County Clerk of Court at (843) 545-3215 with the defendant's name.
How do I find a court date?
Check your ticket, summons, or notice, or call the Georgetown County Clerk of Court at (843) 545-3215.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Use Traffic Ticket Search or Online Payments, or contact the Georgetown County Clerk of Court in person or by phone.
How many cases are filed in Georgetown County each year?
County filing counts are not published on this page. The county had 65,912 residents in 2025.
What is the most common type of case?
Case-type counts for Georgetown County are not published on this page, so the largest category cannot be named here.
Is crime rising or falling?
County crime counts are not available here. Statewide, reported violent crimes fell 13.0% to 20,950 in 2025 from 24,088 in 2024, and property crimes fell 15.5% to 92,086 from 108,946, as reported to the FBI. These are South Carolina statewide figures, and reporting coverage changed between years.
Courts in the County
Georgetown County Magistrate CourtMore Info
| Address: | 333 Cleland St., Georgetown, SC, 29440 |
| Phone Number: | 843-545-3381 |
| Fax: | 843-545-3394 |
| Website: | http://www.georgetowncountysc.org/220/Magistrates---Traffic-Court |
Andrews Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 101 North Morgan Street, Andrews, SC, 29510 |
| Phone Number: | 843-264-8222 |
| Website: | http://www.town-court.com/SC/georgetown-county/andrews-municipal-court |
Useful Links
- Georgetown County Courts - Access local court information, dockets, and court services in Georgetown County with links to additional resources.
- Georgetown County Public Index - Search court case records for Georgetown County, including criminal, civil, and family court records with access to details.
- South Carolina Judicial Branch - Find state-wide court resources, Supreme Court opinions, rules, e-filing portal, and updates on court operations across South Carolina.
- Supreme Court Orders - Review orders issued by the South Carolina Supreme Court, including administrative orders affecting court operations and procedures.
- South Carolina Bar - Access legal resources, lawyer directories, and self-help services for the public including free legal clinics and advice.
- Georgetown County Online Services - Utilize online tools for records search, bill payment, and access to public documents pertaining to Georgetown County government services.
- South Carolina Clerks of Court Association - Resources and directory for contacting clerks of court throughout South Carolina, including Georgetown County, for public records.
- South Carolina Legislature Online - Review state legislation, bills, and legislative resources with updates on legal matters impacting South Carolina's judicial system.
- Georgetown County Government - Overview of Georgetown County government services, departments, and resources with links to courthouse locations and public meetings.
- South Carolina Office of Victim Assistance - Support for crime victims including information about rights, services, and compensation programs available in South Carolina.
- South Carolina Department of Revenue - Access to state tax forms, regulations, and compliance resources impacting individuals and businesses in South Carolina.
- South Carolina Legal Services - Free legal aid and resources for low-income South Carolinians with support on civil matters including family and consumer law.
- National Association of Secretaries of State - Resource for understanding the role of secretaries of state in public records management and administration at the state level.
- Georgetown County Clerk of Court - Information on services provided by the Clerk of Court in Georgetown, including court record management and jury duty service.
- South Carolina Attorney General's Office - Resources on legal opinions, consumer protection, and law enforcement assistance coordinated by the South Carolina Attorney General.
- South Carolina County Court Records - Guide for locating court records for each county in South Carolina with contact details and database links for public records access.
- South Carolina State Government - Portal for accessing a variety of state government services, resources, and information including DMV, tax, and legal resources.
- Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals - Jurisdiction over federal cases in South Carolina with resources on appeals, hearing schedules, and court rules for legal practitioners.
- US Legal Forms - Forms for various legal and court-related needs, including resources for document preparation and filing guidance across jurisdictions.
- South Carolina Family Court - Handling cases related to family law like divorce, custody, and support with resources for accessing family court services and forms.
Table of Contents
- Georgetown County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Georgetown County Court Records
- Georgetown County Court Statistics (FY 2026)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Georgetown County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Georgetown County?
- How Does Georgetown County Compare With South Carolina Overall?
- Georgetown County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Georgetown County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Georgetown County?
- Are Georgetown County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Georgetown County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Georgetown County
- Georgetown County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links