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Sumter Magistrate Court (Summary Court)

Filing information for Sumter Magistrate Court (Summary Court) in Sumter, SC. Part of the Sumter County small claims court system.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$7,500

Courthouse Details

Sumter Magistrate Court (Summary Court)

190 E. Canal St

Sumter, SC 29150

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 1428

Sumter, SC 29151

Phone: (803) 436-2280Fax: (803) 436-2789

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Area Served

Sumter area and surrounding county areas not covered by Mayesville Magistrate Court

How to File at Sumter Magistrate Court (Summary Court)

File in person

Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.

File by mail

Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.

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For statewide rules, see the full South Carolina small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.