Florence County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Florence County, SC. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Florence area.
Small claims in South Carolina — the numbers for Florence County courts
$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.
Main Courthouse
Florence Magistrate Court
180 N. Irby Street (MSC-W)
Florence, SC 29501
Other Courthouse Locations
Effingham Magistrate Court
6719 Friendfield Road
Effingham, SC 29541
Serves: Florence County
Johnsonville Magistrate Court
111 West Broadway St.
Johnsonville, SC 29555
Serves: Florence County
Lake City Magistrate Court
345 Ron McNair Boulevard
Lake City, SC 29560
Serves: Florence County
Olanta Magistrate Court
220 East Main Street
Olanta, SC 29114
Serves: Florence County
Pamplico Magistrate Court
124 E Third Ave.
Pamplico, SC 29583
Serves: Florence County
Timmonsville Magistrate Court
307 E Smith Street
Timmonsville, SC 29161
Serves: Florence County
How to File in Florence 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 Florence County?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideSmall 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 in Florence County?
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 Florence County?
Small claims cases in Florence 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 in Florence County?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Florence County. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Florence County?
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.