Sumter County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Sumter County, SC. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Sumter area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$7,500
Courts (2)
2 courthouses
Main Courthouse
Sumter Magistrate Court (Summary Court)
190 E. Canal St
Sumter, SC 29150
Other Courthouse Locations
Mayesville Magistrate Court
22 S Main St
Mayesville, SC 29104
Serves: Mayesville and surrounding areas
How to File in Sumter 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 Sumter 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 →