How to Search South Carolina Public Records
South Carolina's court, criminal, vital, property, voter, and licensing records are maintained across state agencies and the 46 counties listed below. Use the tabs to filter by record type, or jump directly to any source.
- Courts: The Supreme Court of South Carolina sits at the top of the system; trial-court business is handled by the Circuit Court (16 circuits), Family Court, Magistrate, Municipal. Most courts publish dockets and case lookups online.
- Criminal history: The state's criminal-history repository handles official background checks. Fees and procedures are set by the state agency — see the linked official source.
- Vital records: Birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates are issued by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (Vital Records) and may also be available locally.
- Property & recorded documents: Maintained at the county level by the Assessor, Recorder, or Clerk's office.
- Business filings: The Secretary of State (or equivalent) operates the official business-entity search.
Population
5,478,831
Households
2,122,600
Median Income
$67,804
Median Home Value
$230,400
Statewide Databases
1544 official South Carolina government databases. Click a tab to filter by record type.
Court Records
Supreme Court - South Carolina Judicial Branch
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We granted the State's petition for a writ of certiorari to decide whether the court of appeals erred in reversing Shank's conviction on the ground that the trial court committed reversible error by refusing to charge the jury on Third-Degree Assault and Battery as a lesser-included offense of ABHAN. We reverse. ... Concluding former Colleton County Clerk of Court Rebecca Hill's improper external influence on the jury deprived Richard Alexander Murdaugh of his right to a fair trial by an impartial jury, the Court reverses and remands for a new trial.
The South Carolina Judicial Branch
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Weekly appellate court opinions published by the Supreme Court. ... The South Carolina Attorney Information System. ... South Carolina Supreme Court and Court of Appeals virtual courtrooms.
Supreme Court - South Carolina Judicial Branch
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We certified and consolidated the appeals from those decision and now answer whether the trial court erred in (1) finding section 2(E) of the act violated Article I, section 8 of the South Carolina Constitution; and (2) addressing the constitutionality of section 2(E) without first resolving the statutory and procedural issues under the constitutional avoidance doctrine.
The South Carolina Judicial Branch
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Online trial court rosters for all SC counties. ... Search for traffic tickets and pay online. ... The Office of Disciplinary Counsel screens and investigates all complaints made against both judges and lawyers in South Carolina.
The South Carolina Judicial Branch
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Online trial court rosters for all SC counties. ... Search for traffic tickets and pay online. ... The Office of Disciplinary Counsel screens and investigates all complaints made against both judges and lawyers in South Carolina.
SC Bankruptcy CM/ECF - LIVE
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District of South Carolina - Document Filing System · This is a restricted government website for official court business only . All activities of CM/ECF subscribers or users of this system for any purpose, and all access attempts, may be recorded and monitored by persons authorized by the ...
About the Court
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The United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit is one of twelve regional appellate courts within the federal judicial system. The court hears appeals from the nine federal district courts in Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina and from federal ...
Criminal Records
SOUTH CAROLINA STATE AGENCIES FROM: Charles M ...
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A non-refundable fee of $25.00 will be charged for a South Carolina criminal records check .Most major credit/debit cards are accepted. An additional $1.00 convenience fee is required for online background searches. The convenience fee does not apply to mail-in requests. SLED does not retain ...
South Carolina Department of Corrections March 3, 2023 For immediate release
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South Carolina Department of Corrections · March 3, 2023 · For immediate release · Contact: Chrysti Shain, (803) 413-8206 · Shain.Chrysti@doc.sc.gov · COLUMBIA, S.C. – Richard Alexander Murdaugh will be processed into the S.C. Department of · Corrections today when he arrives at Kirkland Reception and Evaluation Center in Columbia. SCDC · processes all male inmates into its system at Kirkland.
About PPP | SCDPPPS
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The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) is the third largest state law enforcement agency in South Carolina and is charged with the supervision of over 20,000 offenders living in the community placed on probation by the Court, granted parole by the South ...
Parole & Pardon Hearings | South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services
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Check this website periodically to determine rescheduled hearings or posted results. Hearings, posted updates or results may be delayed. PPP offers the Parole and Pardon Hearings Search feature as a public service. While PPP strives to ensure accuracy of this information, it makes no guarantee as to the reliability of the data.
South Carolina Public Sex Offender Registry
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SLED recommends using Microsoft Edge, or the most Current version of Chrome for an optimum experience while operating this website. Firefox and Safari users may experience unpredictable results. Welcome to the South Carolina Sex Offender Registry! South Carolina has moved to a new sex offender ...
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SC Bankruptcy CM/ECF - LIVE
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District of South Carolina - Document Filing System · This is a restricted government website for official court business only. All activities of CM/ECF subscribers or users of this system for any purpose, and all access attempts, may be recorded and monitored by persons authorized by the ...
Wants & Warrants
Offender Search | SCDPPPS - SCDPPPS
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SID #:00680024 · Name: GERALD R CARTER · Age:54 · YOB:1969 · Gender:Male · Race:Black · Main Offense:Grand Larceny, value $10,000 or more · Supervision Type:Prob., Terminate Upon Payment · Supervision Begin Date:08/14/2015 · Supervision End Date:05/04/2025 · Sex Offender Registry:No ...
Vital Records
vital records | South Carolina Department of Public Health
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South Carolina Death Indexes 1915-1967 · This page contains links to all of the Death Index log files from the SC Department of Public Health - Division of Vital Records. The images are compressed in a format that requires a specialized Plugin for Internet Explorer.
Find a Grave - Millions of Cemetery Records
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Search or browse cemeteries and grave records for every-day and famous people from around the world. ... Please select a location with GPS coordinates indicated by a map icon() to continue. Please select a cemetery indicated by a Find a Grave icon() to continue. ... When searching in a cemetery, use the ? or * wildcards in name fields. ? replaces one letter. * represents zero to many letters. E.g. Sorens?n or Wil* Search for an exact birth/death year or select a range, before or after.
Voter Records
Home - SC Votes - South Carolina Election Commission
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The South Carolina Candidate Toolkit is intended to provide helpful information to individuals who have recently filed as candidates for office. View Toolkit ... COLUMBIA, S.C. (May 8, 2026)- With voter registration deadlines quickly approaching, the South Carolina Election Commission is encouraging eligible residents to register or update their voter information […] Read Release
Register to Vote - SC Votes - South Carolina Election Commission
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To be eligible to register in South ... or parole, or have received a pardon for the conviction. ... You must register at the address where you reside . For guidance in determining what residence to claim for voter registration ...
Licenses
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Appraisal Foundation Grants · Resources · ASC Governance · ASC Operating Guidance · Frequently Asked Questions · Public Records · South Carolina · State Name · South Carolina · Appraiser State · South Carolina · Appraiser Date of Review · July 2025 · Appraiser Findings File ·
Athlete Agents - SC Consumer Affairs
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Uniform Athlete Agents Act (Section 59-102-10 et seq.) Initial Business/Organization Instructions & Application (PDF) ... "Want to Go Pro?" A Guide for Student-Athletes (PDF) - Under South Carolina law, Athlete Agents recruiting or soliciting a student-athlete must register with the South Carolina ...
Lawyer Referral Service - South Carolina Bar
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LRS is a public service of the South Carolina Bar that provides referrals to individuals needing qualified, prescreened lawyers . The Lawyer Referral Service offers a simple, equitable, inexpensive and practical method of introducing people with legal problems to qualified attorneys.
South Carolina Department of Insurance - Small Employers
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Benchmark Insurance Company · Corporate Benefit Services · 10159 Wayzata Blvd. Minnetonka, MN 35305-1503 · 1-800-765-4224 · http://www.cbsainc.com · Blue Cross & Blue Shield of South Carolina · I-20 East At Alpine Road · Columbia, S. C. 29219 · 803-788-3860 or 1-800-288-2227 ·
South Carolina Department of Insurance - Agency
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In this regard, please contact the South Carolina Secretary of State's Office, Post Office Box 11350, Columbia, SC 29211. The telephone number is (803) 734-2158 . When this process is completed and the agency has at least one licensed producer, the agency can then forward the following documents ...
File a Complaint - SCLLR - South Carolina
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The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation, through its Office of Investigations and Enforcement (OIE), investigates complaints involving licensed professionals to determine if the facts, as alleged, could be a possible violation of the state law regulating the profession or occupation. OIE also investigates allegations of unlicensed practice. While the boards can take disciplinary action involving licensees, it is important to note that they have no legal authority to award monetary restitution on your behalf.
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Pharmacy
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South Carolina Board of Pharmacy Phone: (803) 896-4700 Fax: (803) 896-4596 PO Box 11927 Columbia, S.C.
Architect
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Note: Emeritus Architects are not permitted to work AT ALL in the field of architecture. This website is maintained by LLR staff and is updated nightly reflecting changes to our licensing and enforcement database. If you are a licensee who requires a license verification to another state board, please log into your online LLR account and select the verification option. If you are not a licensee, please email the board directly. Questions / Contact Information · South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners ·
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Nursing
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The information on this page is a secure, primary source for license verification provided by South Carolina Department Labor, Licensing and Regulation.
Contractors
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IF YOUR SEARCH RETURNS "0 Record(s)", YOU MAY WANT TO TRY SEARCHING UNDER THE RESIDENTIAL LICENSING BOARD. CLICK ABOVE ON "Main Menu" AND FROM THE DROPDOWN LIST SELECT "Residential Builders" TO PERFORM YOUR SEARCH.
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SC Licensee Lookup - South Carolina
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Massage Therapy - South Carolina
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South Carolina Massage/Bodywork Panel Phone: (803) 896-4588 Fax: (803) 896-4484 PO Box 11329 Columbia, S.C.
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Geologist - South Carolina
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Phone: (803) 896-4575 Fax: (803) 896-4554 PO Box 11329 Columbia, S.C. 29211-1329 Contact.Geologists@llr.sc.gov · South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation
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Counselors
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Board of Examiners for Licensure ... Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists and Psycho-Educational Specialists Email · South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation...
Medical Board
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If you are a licensee who requires a license verification to another state board, please log into your online LLR account and select the verification option. If you are not a licensee, please email the board directly. South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners Phone: (803) 896-4500 Fax: ...
Contractors - South Carolina - LLR
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South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board · Phone: (803) 896-4686 Fax: (803) 896-4814 PO Box 11329 Columbia, S.C. 29211-1329 · South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board Email ·
Psychology
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South Carolina Board of Examiners in Psychology Phone: (803) 896-4664 Fax: (803)896-4719 PO Box 11329 Columbia, S.C.
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Counselors
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Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists and Psycho-Educational Specialists Phone: (803) 896-4658 Fax: (803) 896-4719 PO Box 11329 Columbia, S.C. 29211-329 Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists ...
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Veterinary
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Telephone: (803) 896-4598 Fax: (803) 896-4719 PO Box 11329 Columbia, S.C. 29211 Board Email South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation
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Accountancy
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CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT EMERITUS - A licensee who is retired and does not perform or offer to perform for compensation one or more kinds of services involving the use of accounting or auditing skills, including issuance of reports on financial statements or of one or more kinds of management advisory, financial advisory, or consulting services or the preparation of tax returns or the furnishing of advice on tax matters. Firms with multiple locations will only register the headquarters.
Real Estate Commission
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Questions / Contact Information · This website is maintained by LLR staff and is updated nightly reflecting changes to our licensing and enforcement database. If you are a licensee who requires a license verification to another state board, please log into your online LLR account and select ...
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Podiatry
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South Carolina Board of Podiatry Examiners Phone: (803) 896-4500 Fax: (803) 896-4515 PO Box 11329 Columbia, S.C.
Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology - South Carolina
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Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology · Phone: (803) 896-4655 Fax: (803) 896-4719 PO Box 11329 Columbia, S.C. 29211-1329 Board Email South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation
SERFF Filing Access - South Carolina
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You are currently operating in the state of South Carolina. ... Welcome to SERFF Filing Access! In an effort to make public records more easily accessible to the public, we are pleased to provide you with an Internet-based solution for viewing public insurance company rate, rule and form filings from anywhere at any time.
License Verification
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A copy of the Board’s statutes and regulations can be obtained at http://www.llr.state.sc.us/pol/barber. This document provides detailed information regarding South Carolina’s boards and licensing qualifications. Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation.
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Telephone: 803-896-4681 Fax:803-896-4719 PO Box 11329 Columbia, S.C. 29211 Board Email South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation
SC Licensee Lookup - South Carolina
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South Carolina - Credentia | Login - ExamRoom.AI
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SCSOS Notary Search Search
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Information on the Notary Public database reflects the information most recently filed with the Secretary of State’s Office. If your filing information has changed, you must file the appropriate form with our office to update the information. The Secretary of State has no authority to update ...
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Cemetery
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Phone: (803) 896-4670 Fax: (803) 896-4554 PO Box 11329 Columbia, S.C. 29211-1329 Telephone: (803)896-4571 South Carolina Perpetual Care Cemetery Board Email
SC Licensee Lookup - South Carolina
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South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation
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Change of Address Request Check Your Application Status Licensee Lookup Online Renewals Online Verification Online Examinations Print License Card · Synergy Business Park; Kingstree Building 110 Centerview Dr. Columbia, S.C. 29210 (803) 896-4300 ? Contact US
Burglar Alarm, Fire Alarm & Fire Sprinklers
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Main Menu : Burglar/Fire Alarm And Fire Sprinklers ... For more results, only type in the first few characters of your search. ... The information on this page is a secure, primary source for license verification provided by South Carolina Department Labor, Licensing and Regulation.
SC Licensee Lookup - South Carolina
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Licensee Lookup Master Page - South Carolina - LLR
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Main Menu : Board of Pyrotechnics Safety · Note: All fields are not required for searching · Search Tip: For more results, only type in the first few characters of your search. Questions / Contact Information · This website is maintained by LLR staff and is updated nightly reflecting changes to our licensing and enforcement database.
Architect
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Note: Emeritus Architects are not permitted to work AT ALL in the field of architecture. This website is maintained by LLR staff and is updated nightly reflecting changes to our licensing and enforcement database. If you are a licensee who requires a license verification to another state board, please log into your online LLR account and select the verification option. If you are not a licensee, please email the board directly. Questions / Contact Information · South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners ·
Engineers and Land Surveyors
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Phone: (803) 896-4422 Fax: (803) 896-4427 PO Box 11597 Columbia, S.C. 29211-1597 E-mail: Contact.Engls@llr.sc.gov South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation
Engineers and Land Surveyors
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Phone: (803) 896-4422 Fax: (803) 896-4427 PO Box 11597 Columbia, S.C. 29211-1597 E-mail: Contact.Engls@llr.sc.gov South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation
Legal Terms of Use and Disclaimer of Liability - ARELLO
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Neither the Association of Real Estate License Law Officials (ARELLO) nor the National Association of REALTORS (NAR) guarantees that the information found in this database is complete, accurate or reliable.
Recorded Documents
Property Records
Property Tax | North Augusta, SC
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Property with unpaid taxes are turned over to the Delinquent Tax Collector and the property may be sold at the annual tax sale to satisfy the delinquency. The City of North Augusta holds its annual tax sale along with Aiken County on the first Monday in November.
South Carolina Counties
All 46 South Carolina counties indexed on SearchSystems.net. Click any county for local court, sheriff, recorder, and assessor links.
Abbeville
Aiken
Allendale
Anderson
Bamberg
Barnwell
Beaufort
Berkeley
Calhoun
Charleston
Cherokee
Chester
Chesterfield
Clarendon
Colleton
Darlington
Dillon
Dorchester
Edgefield
Fairfield
Florence
Georgetown
Greenville
Greenwood
Hampton
Horry
Jasper
Kershaw
Lancaster
Laurens
Lee
Lexington
Marion
Marlboro
Mccormick
Newberry
Oconee
Orangeburg
Pickens
Richland
Saluda
Spartanburg
Sumter
Union
Williamsburg
York
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a free statewide criminal search in South Carolina?▼
South Carolina's official criminal-history repository is operated by the state law-enforcement agency. Free public access to a complete criminal history is generally not available; an official background check typically requires fingerprints and a fee. County-level court records can be searched at no cost through individual court websites.
How do I search South Carolina court cases?▼
South Carolina's court system is headed by the Supreme Court of South Carolina. Trial-court business is handled by the Circuit Court (16 circuits), Family Court, Magistrate, Municipal. Many South Carolina courts publish docket searches and case lookups online — see the Court Records tab above for direct links.
Where do I search South Carolina business entities?▼
The South Carolina Secretary of State (or equivalent agency) operates the official business-entity search. You can typically search corporations, LLCs, LPs, and other registered entities by name or registration number. See the Licenses or Business tab above.
What is the difference between Assessor and Recorder in South Carolina?▼
The Assessor determines property values for tax purposes. The Recorder (or Clerk-Recorder) records deeds, mortgages, liens, and other property documents. Some county offices combine these roles, others keep them separate. Check the specific county page for details.
How do I obtain a South Carolina birth or death certificate?▼
South Carolina vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce certificates) are issued by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (Vital Records) and, in many cases, by local county clerks. Fees and ID requirements are set by the issuing agency.
Are South Carolina property records free to search?▼
Most county-level property and recorded-document searches are free for basic information through the Assessor or Recorder website. Certified copies of deeds typically have a per-page fee. Direct links are in the Property Records tab above.
How do I check a South Carolina sex offender?▼
The South Carolina sex offender registry is maintained by the state law-enforcement agency under the Sex Offender Registration and Community Notification Act. The registry is searchable by name, ZIP code, or address.
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