Dorchester County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Dorchester County, SC. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the St. George area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$7,500
Courts (2)
2 courthouses
Main Courthouse
Summerville Magistrate Court
212 Deming Way, Box 10
Summerville, SC 29483
Other Courthouse Locations
St. George Magistrate Court
5200 E. Jim Bilton Blvd
St. George, SC 29477
How to File in Dorchester 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 Dorchester 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 →