Chester County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Chester County, SC. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Chester area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$7,500
Courts (2)
2 courthouses
Main Courthouse
Chester County Magistrate Court (Lewisville / Baton Rouge)
2740 Dawson Drive
Chester, SC 29706
Other Courthouse Locations
Chester County Magistrate Court (Rossville)
810 Dearborn Street
Great Falls, SC 29055
Serves: Geographic area served by the Rossville Magistrate District
How to File in Chester County
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse clerk during business hours. Pay the filing fee by cash, check, or credit card.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this courthouse first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee (check or money order) plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
Ready to take action in Chester County?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideFor statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full South Carolina small claims court guide →