North Augusta Magistrate
Filing information for North Augusta Magistrate in North Augusta, SC. Part of the Aiken County small claims court system.
Small claims in South Carolina — the numbers that apply at this court
$7,500
maximum claim
$80
filing fee (published)
3 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full South Carolina small claims guide · The form that starts a case (SCCA/700 + SCCA/701): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
North Augusta Magistrate
537 Edgefield Road, Services Center
North Augusta, SC 29841
Mailing Address
537 Edgefield Road, Services Center
North Augusta, SC 29841
Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
How to File at North Augusta Magistrate
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
Ready to take action?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideWrong court? Aiken County has 5 courts.
See all 5 courts in Aiken County →Small claims rules in South Carolina
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $7,500.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
3 yrs written contract · 3 yrs oral contract · 3 yrs property damage · 3 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at North Augusta Magistrate?
Filing fees in South Carolina are set by the state and are $80. If you can't afford the fee, South Carolina offers a fee waiver — ask the clerk how to apply. Fees change, so confirm the current amount with the court clerk before you file.
What's the most I can sue for in Aiken County?
Small claims cases in Aiken County are limited to $7,500. If your claim is worth more than that, you either have to bring it in a different court or give up the amount above the limit to stay in small claims. The clerk can confirm which court fits your claim.
Can I file online at North Augusta Magistrate?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Aiken County. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Where is North Augusta Magistrate, and when is it open?
North Augusta Magistrate is at 537 Edgefield Road, Services Center, North Augusta, SC 29841. Posted hours: Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Phone: (803) 202-3580. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in North Augusta?
Small claims court is built for people representing themselves, and most filers do exactly that. Whether an attorney may appear varies by state — the state guide linked on this page covers the rule where you are, and the clerk can confirm it.
Answers reflect published court data. Court rules and fees change — the clerk is always the authoritative source.