Darlington County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Darlington County, SC. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Darlington area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$7,500
Courts (2)
2 courthouses
Main Courthouse
Darlington Magistrate Court
115 Camp Road
Darlington, SC 29532
Other Courthouse Locations
Hartsville Magistrate Court
404 South 4th Street
Hartsville, SC 29550
Serves: Darlington County (cases generally tried in the district where the offense was committed)
How to File in Darlington 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 Darlington 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 →