About South Carolina Public Records

South Carolina public records are governed by the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act, S.C. Code Ann. §§ 30-4-10 to 30-4-165, which presumes all records of public bodies are open for inspection unless covered by an enumerated exemption. County Registers of Deeds hold land records, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) administers statewide criminal history through CATCH, and the SC Judicial Branch publishes case dockets.

South Carolina Public Records

Court Records

Court Orders | All Courts
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Search Court Orders in South Carolina from the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, Circuit Courts, Family Courts, Master-in Equity Courts, Probate Courts, Magistrate Courts, and Municipal Courts.
🌐 sccourts.org

Criminal Records

Criminal Histories (SLED)
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Search this South Carolina S.L.E.D. database of criminal records in South Carolina by name, date of birth, gender, and optionally by maiden name.
🌐 sled.sc.gov
Maximum Interest Rates
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Here's an eye opener for you. This is the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs list by company of maximum interest rates and motor vehicle closing fees.
🌐 consumer.sc.gov
Most Wanted
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South Carolina most wanted list from the Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services.
🌐 dppps.sc.gov
Offenders | Supervised
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Search for offenders that are under supervision by the Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services of South Carolina.
🌐 dppps.sc.gov
Aiken County Warrants
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Provided by the Aiken County, South Carolina Sheriff's Office. View this listing of warrants with information including name, DOB, address, warrant #, and charges.
🌐 aikencountysheriff.org

Property Records

Unclaimed Property
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Use this service of the South Carolina State Treasurer to search for unclaimed accounts held by the SC State Treasurer, unclaimed funds held by the SC Retirement System, or unclaimed child support ...
🌐 webprod.cio.sc.gov
Richland County
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Richland County Register of Deeds Inquiry Systems for recorded documents and land records. Requires subscription.
🌐 rcgov.us
Florence County Property Tax
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Search the Florence County Treasurer tax records for Real, Personal, and Mobile Home property records in Florence County, South Carolina by name, address, map/block/parcel, account/category/number,...
🌐 web.florenceco.org

Vital Records

Licenses

Business

Company Search
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Search South Carolina Secretary of State records for foreign and domestic corporations, limited liability, and limited partnerships by business name or registered agent.
🌐 businessfilings.sc.gov
Uniform Commercial Code
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South Carolina Secretary of State UCC database. Basic searches are free and give you the debtor name, filing type, and file dates. Document copies and detailed reports require a fee payable by cr...
🌐 ucconline.sc.gov
Notaries - SC
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Search for South Carolina registered Notaries and Apostilles by name and/or county.
🌐 scsos.com
Official Web Site of the State of South Carolina
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South Carolina official website, state government departments, education, facts & history, travel & recreation, employment, online services, state phone directory, agency listing, and information for residents, businesses, and state employees.
🌐 sc.gov

Civic

Legislation
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Search the South Carolina Legislature for Bills and Acts, and Ratifications by number, sponsor, committee, action, index, subject, status, introduction, Bill summary, or full text.
🌐 scstatehouse.gov
Lobbyists
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South Carolina Ethics Commission lists of registered lobbyists, principals, and principal contacts, or search by last name.
🌐 apps.sc.gov
Voters
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Search the South Carolina State Election Commission Voter database by county, name, and date of birth to view your personal voter information.
🌐 sc.gov

Other

Barbers
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South Carolina license lookup for barbers, barber shops, hair braiders, barber assistants, and barber schools.
🌐 verify.llronline.com
Cosmetology
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South Carolina Board of Cosmetology licensee lookup, including cosmetologists, nail technicians, estheticians, salons, and schools.
🌐 verify.llronline.com
Jobs
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Job opportunities with the state of South Carolina.
🌐 admin.sc.gov
Lexington County
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Lexington County Register of Deeds. Search for recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, tax and mechanic liens, affidavits, agreements, leases, power of attorney notices, UCCs, and more.
🌐 lex-co.sc.gov
Appraisers
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Federal Financial Institutions Examinations Council (FFIEC) licensed appraisers in South Carolina.
🌐 asc.gov
Restaurant Inspections
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Search this South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control Division of Food Protections service for food safety inspection results by facility name, street, and city.
🌐 apps.dhec.sc.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

What public records are available in South Carolina?

South Carolina provides public access to court records, criminal histories, vital records (birth/death/marriage), property records, professional licenses, voter registration, and business filings. Each record type has its own page on SearchSystems.net.

Are South Carolina public records free?

Most online lookups — court calendars, property assessor portals, license verification, voter status — are free. Certified copies and fingerprint-based criminal-history checks typically carry a state fee.

What law governs public records in South Carolina?

South Carolina public records are governed by the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act, S.

How do I request a record not available online?

File a written records request with the state or local agency that maintains the record. Most South Carolina agencies must respond within a fixed statutory window (typically 3–15 business days).