Clarendon County Court Records

Clarendon County court records are official documents on civil and criminal proceedings and their outcomes under the Clarendon trial system. In Clarendon County and other parts of the United States, court records maintain transparency and accountability in the justice system. They also serve as legal precedents for similar future cases. Clarendon County court records encompass Clarendon County arrest records and other civil and criminal trial case information.

Are Court Records Public in Clarendon County?

Yes, court records are public in Clarendon County. According to South Carolina’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), the public may inspect and copy Clarendon County court documents in the custody of state and local government agencies. However, this right does not include records that are undisclosable by law. The public cannot access Clarendon court records regarding minors, sealed or expunged documents, or if their availability infringes personal privacy rights or poses security risks.

Clarendon County Court Records Search

Record seekers may inspect and obtain copies of Clarendon County court records through the Clarendon County Clerk of Court Office at the courthouse. Clarendon County court records are also accessible through government and third-party online resources. The public may search court documents and case files using the South Carolina Judicial Branch Case Records Search Portal.

Clarendon County Courts

Clarendon County's trial court system consists of the Circuit, Family, Probate, Magistrate, and Municipal Courts. As the highest trial court in the county, the Circuit Court has general jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases and handles cases beyond the authority of the lower courts. The other Clarendon County courts have varying jurisdictions over criminal and civil cases. Below is the contact information for the various courts in Clarendon County:

Clarendon County Circuit Court
3 West Keitt Street
Manning
SC 29102
Phone: (803) 435-2450
Fax: (803) 435-2461

Clarendon County Family Court
102 South Mill Street,
P.O. Box 136,
Manning,
SC 29102
Phone: (803) 435-4310
Fax: (803) 433-8008

Clarendon County Probate Court
411 Sunset Drive,
Suite 1304,
Manning,
SC 29102
Phone: (803) 435-8774
Fax: (803) 435-8698

Clarendon County Magistrate Court
102 South Mill Street,
P.O. Box 371,
Manning,
SC 29102
Phone: (803) 435-8925
Phone: (803) 435-2670
Fax: (803) 433-0885

Municipal Courts in Clarendon County

Manning Municipal Court
Manning Judicial Center
29 West Boyce Street,
Manning,
SC 29102
Phone: (803) 433-0050

Summerton Municipal Court
Summerton Town Hall
10 Main Street, P.O. Box 279, Summerton, SC 29148
Phone: (803) 485-2525 ext. 104
Fax: (803) 485-2914

Turbeville Municipal Court
Turbeville Town Hall
1400 Main Street, P.O. Box 70, Turbeville, SC 29162
Phone: (843) 659-2781
Fax: (843) 659-2782.

Clarendon County Criminal and Civil Records

Clarendon County criminal and civil records are official documents on civil and criminal trials within the Clarendon County courts. These documents include Clarendon County arrest records, criminal prosecutions, and case files relating to business litigations, personal injury lawsuits, probate, family law, and property-related disputes.

How to access civil and criminal records in Clarendon County:

Log in to the South Carolina Judicial Branch Case Records Search Portal, select Clarendon from the county list, and use the search criteria to look for Clarendon County civil and criminal records.

Information seekers may also view and request copies of civil and criminal records through mails, calls, faxes, and in-person visits to the Clarendon County Clerk of Court Office at:

The Clarendon County Courthouse
102 South Mill Street
Manning
SC 29102
Phone: (803) 435-4443
Fax: (803) 433-4435

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 136
Manning
SC 29102.

Also, interested individuals may contact the Clarendon County Magistrate Court for criminal and civil cases handled by the Magistrate Court.

Clarendon County Marriage Records

Under South Carolina law, marriage records are considered public documents. However, certified copies may require proof of identity or relationship to the parties of the records. The Probate Court in Clarendon County is responsible for issuing marriage licenses and maintaining marriage records. Interested persons should contact the Probate Court for Clarendon County marriage records.

Record seekers may also order certified copies of Clarendon County marriage records from 1950 to December 2023 from the South Carolina Department of Public Health Vital Records Office Marriage Certificates Ordering Page.

Clarendon County Divorce Records

Clarendon County divorce records are public and accessible to interested individuals. However, some information may be redacted to protect the privacy of its owners. Certified copies are restricted to the parties involved in the records, their legal representatives, and persons with legitimate interests.

Record seekers may visit, call, or mail the Clarendon County Clerk of Court's Office for copies of Clarendon County divorce records. Eligible individuals may also order certified copies of Clarendon County divorce records online, in person, or by mail requests through the South Carolina DPH Vital Records Divorce Reports Ordering Page.

Clarendon Birth Records

Clarendon birth records are confidential documents only accessible to the owners (if they are 18 or older), immediate family members, and authorized individuals. Birth records are vital documents for legal proof of identity and for accessing government benefits such as social services and medical care.

Eligible persons seeking to access Clarendon County birth certificates should visit or call the regional vital records office in Sumter at:

105 N Magnolia
Sumter
SC 29150
Phone: (803) 934-2845

Alternatively, inquirers may request certified copies of Clarendon County birth certificates through the South Carolina DPH Vital Records Office Birth Certificates Ordering Page. Requesters should note that accessing Clarendon County birth certificates requires valid photo identification and fee payments.

Clarendon Death Records

Clarendon County death records under 50 years old are considered confidential, and access is limited to the immediate family members of the deceased, legal representatives, and persons with court orders. In Clarendon County, death records are genealogical and medical research data sources.

For certified copies of Clarendon County death certificates, eligible requesters may order through the South Carolina DPH Vital Records Office Death Certificates Ordering Page. Eligible individuals may also request copies of Clarendon County death records through in-person visits to Sumter's regional vital records office.

Clarendon County Probate Court Records

The Probate Court in Clarendon County maintains documents relating to estate, guardianship, conservatorship, probate of wills, trust administration, and other probate matters. Interested individuals seeking access to Clarendon County probate court records should visit, call, or mail requests to the Clarendon County Probate Court. Records may also be accessible through the SC Judicial Branch Case Search Portal; use the online search tools to access Clarendon County probate records. For archived Clarendon County probate records, contact the South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH) at:

8301 Parklane Road
Columbia
SC 29223
Phone: (803) 896-6196

Clarendon County Property Records

Clarendon County property records are legal documents for real estate ownership and transactions within the county. These records generally include information such as liens and encumbrances, mortgages, deeds, plats, survey information, and property taxes.

How to access Clarendon County property records:

Log in to the Clarendon County Register of Deeds Official Records Search Page and use the search tools to look for property records and transactions. The Clarendon County Assessor's Office offers online property valuation and assessment information. Interested individuals should log in to the Property Records Search Page to look for Clarendon County property records.

Clarendon County Court Records Online

Record seekers may access Clarendon County court records through third-party platforms such as Southcarolinacourtrecords.us. These private online websites allow users quick and convenient access to view and download various Clarendon County court records through advanced search tools. Notwithstanding these advantages, individuals should note that using third-party websites to access official documents may result in outdated and inaccurate records. Accuracy cannot be guaranteed.