Abbeville County Court Docket Records
Abbeville County court docket records are maintained by the Clerk of Court at the Abbeville County Courthouse on Court Square. The Clerk keeps the official record of every filing, hearing, and order entered in Circuit Court, Family Court, and Magistrate Court cases. You can search the Abbeville County court docket online through the South Carolina Public Index or visit the courthouse in person. This page explains what a court docket contains, how to search for cases, and what to expect when you contact the Clerk of Court office.
Abbeville County Quick Facts
Abbeville County Clerk of Court
The Honorable Shandal B. Boggs serves as Clerk of Court for Abbeville County. Clerk Boggs was elected November 3, 2020, and began service on January 4, 2021. She previously served as Deputy Clerk from 2005 to 2020, giving her deep experience with how court records are managed and maintained in Abbeville County. The Clerk of Court also serves as Register of Deeds, making this office the central hub for both court filings and property records.
The Abbeville County Clerk of Court is responsible for all support functions that keep Circuit Court and Family Court running. This includes receiving and docketing new filings, managing jury selection, collecting fines and fees, and keeping the official record of every case. Staff can help you search by name or case number and can provide copies of court documents from the docket.
The courthouse information page at sccourts.org has current contact details and office information for the Abbeville County Clerk.
The lead-in below links to the SC Courts courthouse search page for Abbeville County, which lists current office details including the Clerk of Court's contact information.
The SC Courts website shows Abbeville County is part of Judicial Circuit 8 and lists the current Clerk of Court, phone number, and physical address for anyone seeking to access Abbeville County court docket records.
| Clerk of Court |
Abbeville County Courthouse 102 Court Square, Room 103 Abbeville, SC 29620 Phone: (864) 366-5312 Fax: (864) 366-9188 |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | PO Box 99, Abbeville, SC 29620-0099 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | abbevillecountysc.com/clerk-of-court |
What Is an Abbeville County Court Docket
A court docket is the official log of every action taken in a court case. It records each filing, hearing, order, and judgment from the time a case is opened to the time it is closed. When someone files a new lawsuit or criminal charge in Abbeville County, the Clerk of Court assigns a case number and begins the docket for that case. Every document filed after that point gets added to the docket as a separate entry with a date and description.
In Abbeville County, docket numbers follow the standard South Carolina format. A typical Circuit Court civil case number looks like 2024-CP-01-00123. The first four digits are the year the case was filed. CP stands for Common Pleas, which is the civil division of Circuit Court. The two-digit county code for Abbeville County is 01. The last set of digits is the sequential case number for that year. General Sessions criminal cases use GS instead of CP in the same format.
Dockets are public records in South Carolina. Under the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act, S.C. Code Ann. Title 30, Chapter 4, you can view and request copies of court docket entries. Note: Certain cases, such as juvenile records and cases involving minors in Family Court, may be sealed from public access.
Abbeville County Court Docket by Court Type
Abbeville County has several courts that each maintain their own dockets. Understanding which court handled a case helps you search the right records. The Circuit Court in Abbeville County is the court of general jurisdiction. It has two divisions. Common Pleas handles civil cases including contract disputes, personal injury claims, and real property matters. General Sessions handles felony and misdemeanor criminal cases. Dockets for both divisions are kept by the Clerk of Court at the Abbeville County Courthouse.
Family Court in Abbeville County handles divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, and juvenile matters. The Clerk of Court receives all Family Court filings and maintains those records. Family Court cases that involve children may have restrictions on public access. For matters such as collection and disbursement of alimony and child support, the Clerk of Court processes payments and maintains payment records.
Magistrate Court handles smaller civil claims up to $7,500 and minor criminal matters. Probate Court, located at 903 West Greenwood Street, Suite 2300, Abbeville, under the Hon. Mark Sumner, handles estates, guardianships, and wills. Probate records are a separate docket from Circuit and Family Court records.
Note: General Sessions criminal docket entries are not available on the online Public Index but can be viewed in person at the Clerk of Court office in Abbeville County.
Searching Abbeville County Court Docket Records Online
The South Carolina Public Index is the main tool for searching Abbeville County court docket records online. The Public Index is free to use and requires no login. You can search by party name, business name, or case number. The system returns a list of matching cases with the case number, parties, filing date, case type, and a summary of docket entries. Visit publicindex.sccourts.org/abbeville/publicindex to search Abbeville County cases directly.
When you open a case in the Public Index, you see every docket entry in chronological order. Each entry shows the document type, the date it was filed, and who filed it. You can view the docket sheet without visiting the courthouse. However, actual document images are not always available online. For certified copies of filed documents, you must contact the Clerk of Court at the Abbeville County Courthouse.
The SC Judicial Branch case records search at sccourts.org also provides access to case information across all South Carolina counties including Abbeville. This portal lets you search by county, court type, case number, or party name. You can also use it to search for CDR codes, which are the codes used to classify criminal charges in South Carolina. A full list of CDR codes is at sccourts.org/cdr-codes.
Abbeville County Court Rosters and Scheduled Hearings
Court rosters show cases that are scheduled for hearing or trial on upcoming dates. The Abbeville County Clerk of Court prepares rosters for Common Pleas civil trials and General Sessions criminal sessions. You can view current court rosters at sccourts.org/court-roster-search. The rosters list each case by number, party name, and scheduled date. They are updated regularly as new matters are set and old ones are resolved.
The Abbeville County Clerk of Court's page at abbevillecountysc.com also links directly to the court rosters at the SCCourts.org website. To search rosters, users must accept a disclaimer then select the court agency, roster type, and begin date. The roster search covers pending motions, scheduled trials, and other hearings.
Rosters are also useful for attorneys and parties wanting to know when their cases are set. If a case is removed from the roster due to settlement or continuance, that change is reflected in the docket entries for that case.
The next screenshot is from the Abbeville County Clerk of Court official page, which shows the office's responsibilities for managing court dockets in both Common Pleas and General Sessions.
The Abbeville County Clerk of Court page lists duties that include preparing dockets for the Eighth Circuit Solicitor's Office and maintaining all filings in civil and criminal cases at the Abbeville County Courthouse.
Filing Fees and Copy Costs for Abbeville County Court Records
Filing a new case in Abbeville County Circuit Court costs approximately $150 for most civil filings. Fees can vary by case type. The Clerk of Court collects filing fees, court costs, and fines at the time of filing or as ordered by the court. Call the Clerk's office at (864) 366-5312 to confirm the current fee for your case type before submitting paperwork.
Copies of court docket records cost a small per-page fee. Certified copies carry an additional charge. Plain copies are less expensive but are not accepted by some government agencies and financial institutions that require certification. If you need a copy for a legal or official purpose, ask the Clerk whether you need a certified copy when you request it.
The following are common fees you may encounter when requesting records from the Abbeville County Clerk of Court:
- Circuit Court civil filing: approximately $150.00
- Plain copy per page: varies by document
- Certified copy: additional fee above plain copy cost
- Record search in person: no charge for basic search
- Motions and responsive pleadings: varies by court
Accessing Abbeville County Court Docket Under South Carolina Law
South Carolina court dockets are public records. The South Carolina Freedom of Information Act, found at S.C. Code Ann. Title 30, Chapter 4, requires government bodies to make their records available to the public. Court records are generally subject to this statute unless a specific law or court order seals them. In Abbeville County, anyone can request to view docket entries and filed documents at the Clerk of Court's office.
As of January 1, 2026, home address information is no longer displayed on the South Carolina Public Index. This change applies to all counties including Abbeville. If you are researching a case and need address information from a filed document, you must request it in person at the Clerk of Court office with proper identification.
The SC Judicial Branch website at sccourts.org is the official source for court rules, forms, and online access tools. It includes forms for requesting court records, information about e-filing for attorneys, and current rules for each type of court in South Carolina.
Note: The Abbeville County Clerk of Court office does not provide legal advice. Staff can help you find records and process filings, but they cannot tell you what forms to use or how to handle your case.
Nearby Counties
Abbeville County is in the Eighth Judicial Circuit of South Carolina. If you are researching a case and are not sure which county the case was filed in, check the nearby counties listed below. Cases are filed in the county where the plaintiff resides or where the events at issue took place.