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SC County Guide

Lee County Small Claims Court

Magistrate Court • Population: 16,531

$7,500
Maximum Claim
$40 - $80
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Lee County Courthouse

Address

123 S Main St, Bishopville, SC 29010

Court Website

https://www.sccourts.org

Local Tips

  • Magistrate Court at 115 Gregg St handles small claims
  • South Carolina small claims limit is $7,500

How to File in Lee County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for South Carolina small claims court (up to $7,500)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Lee County courthouse or online through the Magistrate Court

4

Serve the defendant with official notice of the lawsuit

5

Prepare your evidence, documents, and witnesses

6

Attend the in-person hearing and present your case

Statute of Limitations in South Carolina

3 years
Written Contracts
3 years
Oral Contracts
3 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in South Carolina

Magistrates hear cases
Simplified procedures

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Lee County, South Carolina, visit your local courthouse at 123 S Main St, Bishopville, SC 29010 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 Lee County.

In South Carolina, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Lee 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 Lee County may vary depending on court schedules.

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