Dorchester County Small Claims Court
Magistrate Court • Population: 161,540
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Summerville Magistrate Court
Address
106 West 5th North Street, Summerville, SC 29483
Phone
(843) 832-0150Court Website
https://www.sccourts.orgLocal Tips
- SC Magistrate Court handles claims up to $7,500
- St. George branch at 5175 East Jim Bilton Blvd
How to File in Dorchester County
Determine if your case qualifies for South Carolina small claims court (up to $7,500)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Dorchester County courthouse or online through the Magistrate Court
Serve the defendant with official notice of the lawsuit
Prepare your evidence, documents, and witnesses
Attend the in-person hearing and present your case
Statute of Limitations in South Carolina
Important Rules in South Carolina
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Dorchester County, South Carolina, visit your local courthouse at 106 West 5th North Street, Summerville, SC 29483 or the Magistrate Court website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($40 - $80), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $7,500.
The maximum you can sue for in South Carolina small claims court is $7,500. This limit applies to all counties including Dorchester County.
In South Carolina, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Dorchester County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in South Carolina typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Dorchester County may vary depending on court schedules.
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