Searching Lexington County Court Records
How do I search Lexington County court records online?
Use the South Carolina Judicial Branch Case Records Search and pick Lexington County, or go straight to the Lexington County Public Index. The state page needs cookies and JavaScript on, and some browsers need a pop-up exception to open case detail. Family Court uses a separate portal, and Probate Court runs its own estate and marriage searches. Full steps are on the court records page.
Which office keeps civil and criminal court records?
The Lexington County Clerk of Court keeps Common Pleas civil cases, General Sessions criminal cases, and Family Court support records. The Clerk files pleadings, manages dockets, receives bail, and maintains the records. Probate and marriage records are kept by Probate Court. See the Clerk of Court page for what the office handles.
Who is the Lexington County Clerk of Court?
The Clerk of Court is Lisa M. Comer. The office is in the Judicial Center at 205 East Main Street, Suite 128. The phone is (803) 785-8212, the fax is (803) 785-2215, and the TTY line is (803) 785-2860. More detail is on the Clerk of Court page.
How do I read a docket or roster?
A docket lists the events in one case, while a roster lists the cases set for a term. The Public Index shows docket entries, and the Clerk links Circuit Court rosters and the non-jury motion roster. A roster date is not a guarantee, so check the latest posting. See the court dockets page.
Courthouse and Court Locations
Where is the main courthouse?
The main building is the Marc H. Westbrook Lexington County Judicial Center at 205 East Main Street, in downtown Lexington at the corner of East Main Street and South Lake Drive. It holds the Clerk, Family Court, Probate Court, Master-in-Equity, the Solicitor, and diversion programs. The Circuit Court page lists the court offices.
What security should I expect at the Judicial Center?
Everyone entering passes through a sheriff-staffed screening station, walks through metal detection, and has belongings checked by X-ray or hand search. Deputies decide what is allowed. There is no storage for items that are turned away, so leave them in your vehicle. Knives are the most common prohibited item.
Does the Clerk of Court handle traffic tickets?
No. The Clerk does not handle speeding tickets. Check the court listed on the ticket. If it says Traffic Court at 139 East Main Street, call (803) 785-2142. If it says Town of Lexington, call (803) 951-4634. If you are unsure, call SCDMV at (803) 896-5000. See the traffic court records page.
Where is Central Traffic Court?
Central Traffic Court is at 139 East Main Street, Suite A, Lexington, SC 29072. The payment window is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The phone is (803) 785-2142. If mailing payment, send a money order or cashier's check, not cash or a personal check. More is on the traffic court records page.
Inmates, Bond, and Visitation
How do I find an inmate in Lexington County?
Use the Sheriff's P2C Inmate Inquiry. The visible search fields are last name and first name, and a filter tool sorts the grid. Results show the name, primary charge, arrest date, and booking agency. For full steps and contact lines, see the inmate records page.
When is Bond Court?
Bond Court sessions are held at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on weekdays. On weekends and holidays, bond court runs from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The location is 521 Gibson Road. Bond payments are accepted 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekends. See the inmate records page.
How do I schedule an inmate visit?
Visits are scheduled through ICSolutions. On-site visitation is weekdays from 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. Remote home visits run Monday through Sunday in set windows. Arrive 15 minutes early for an on-site visit, and bring a photo ID. The inmate records page lists the full schedule and rules.
How do I find out if someone was released?
The county does not publish a separate recent-release list. When a person is released, their name drops off the roster. Confirm a release by calling the Inmate Information Center at (803) 785-8230, option 2, or set up a VINELink alert. See the released inmates page.
Marriage, Divorce, and Probate
Where do I get a marriage license?
Marriage licenses come from Lexington County Probate Court at 205 East Main Street, Suite 134. In-person applications are taken weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Both applicants must appear with proof of age and Social Security proof. The fee is $30, with a 24-hour waiting period. See the marriage and divorce records page.
How do I get a certified marriage copy?
Requests are taken in person or by mail for licenses issued in the county from 1911 to the present. Provide both parties' names, the date or year of marriage, a daytime phone for mail, $5.25 per certified copy, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Mail to Probate Court, Suite 134. More is on the marriage and divorce records page.
Where do I file probate estate papers?
File with Lexington County Probate Court at 205 East Main Street, Suite 134. Call (803) 785-8324 to schedule an estate-clerk appointment or leave completed forms for processing. The first documents include the original will, Form 300ES, the death certificate, and checks for the filing fee and newspaper notice. See the probate records page.
Where are divorce records kept?
Divorce records are Family Court files held by the Clerk of Court, not Probate Court. Certified copies of a divorce decree come from the Clerk at (803) 785-8212 or through Family Court procedures. Self-represented filers can use the state's simple divorce packets. See the marriage and divorce records page.
Criminal, Warrant, and Public Records
What is the small claims limit in Lexington County?
Magistrate Court handles small claims up to $7,500 and landlord-tenant disputes. Civil cases above that limit are removed to the Court of Common Pleas. Magistrate Court also tries traffic cases and misdemeanors carrying up to 30 days in jail or a $500 fine. See the Circuit Court page.
Does Lexington County publish an active warrant list?
No public active warrant database was found in the official sources. The Sheriff's Warrant Division tracks and serves warrants after a judge or magistrate issues them. Use the Public Index for case status, the Sheriff's office for official warrant questions, and a lawyer if you may have a warrant. See the warrant records page.
Can I expunge a dismissed charge?
Yes, in many cases. Summary courts must expunge a case that ends in not guilty, dismissal, or nolle prosse, with no fee charged for that step. Most adult expungements run through the Eleventh Circuit Solicitor's expungement services at (803) 785-8037. See the arrest records page.
How do I file a public records request?
File a FOIA request with the county Department of Public Information, by form, in person, or through the online portal. Put it in writing and list the documents you want. The county may charge reasonable copying and research fees and may ask for a deposit. See the public records page.
How do I check a state prison or driving record?
For a state prison inmate, use the South Carolina Department of Corrections search by ID or name. For your driving record, use the SCDMV; a points summary is free online and a full record is $10. Both are covered on the released inmates and traffic court records pages.
How do I request a Sheriff's incident report?
Use the Sheriff's headquarters incident report request form if you are the victim and have the case number. The form requires your name, email, and case number, which is 8 to 10 digits with the first two digits being the year. Reports involving juvenile or sexual assault victims must be requested in person. See the arrest records page.
Who prosecutes criminal cases in Lexington County?
The Eleventh Judicial Circuit Solicitor prosecutes criminal cases for Lexington, Edgefield, McCormick, and Saluda counties. The current Solicitor is Rick Hubbard, and the office is in the Judicial Center at 205 East Main Street, Suite 309, phone (803) 785-8352. See the Circuit Court page for the court structure.