Hampton County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Hampton County, SC. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Hampton area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$7,500
Courts (2)
2 courthouses
Main Courthouse
Hampton County Magistrate Court (Varnville)
411 Cemetery Road
Varnville, SC 29944
Other Courthouse Locations
Hampton County Magistrate Court (Estill)
125 Railroad Street SE
Estill, SC 29918
How to File in Hampton 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 Hampton 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 →