Dillon County South Carolina Court Docket
Dillon County court docket records are maintained by the Clerk of Court at the Dillon County Courthouse. The Clerk manages all case filings for General Sessions, Common Pleas, and Family Court in the county. You can search Dillon County court dockets online through the South Carolina Public Index or visit the courthouse in person. This page covers how to find case records, what the docket shows, and how to reach the right office for court information in Dillon County.
Dillon County Quick Facts
Dillon County Clerk of Court
The Honorable Marquita Britton serves as Clerk of Court for Dillon County. She was elected on June 11, 2024, and began service on January 7, 2025. Clerk Britton brings more than a decade of experience in the court system, having previously served as a general sessions clerk and deputy clerk, and having worked with the Department of Juvenile Justice. Her office oversees General Sessions, Common Pleas, Family Court, and manages jury selection and fee collection for the county.
The Clerk of Court's office handles all Dillon County court dockets including case filings, warrants, bonds, indictments, and official court documentation. The office also manages jury selection and maintains the official records for all court divisions in the county.
The South Carolina Courts website provides current contact information and judicial officer listings for Dillon County. Visit sccourts.org/courts/courthouse-search/dillon/ for the most up-to-date courthouse details.
| Clerk of Court | The Hon. Marquita Britton |
|---|---|
| County Seat | Dillon, SC |
| Court Divisions | General Sessions, Common Pleas, Family Court |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Government Site | dilloncountysc.org |
Dillon County Clerk of Court Official Page
The official Dillon County Clerk of Court page is at dilloncountysc.org/courts/clerk_of_court.php. This page covers how to access court records, use the Public Index for case searches, and view online court rosters. It also has information about child support payment options and how to contact the Clerk's office for specific case inquiries.
The office does not provide criminal or civil record checks over the phone. All record research is done at public access terminals in the courthouse or through written requests. If you need to look up a case, plan to visit in person or submit a written request to the Dillon County Clerk of Court.
Dillon County Government Portal
The Dillon County government portal at dilloncountysc.org connects residents to county departments and services. The county is located in the northeastern part of South Carolina near the North Carolina border. The portal is a good starting point for finding government offices and services related to court matters in Dillon County.
Searching Dillon County Court Records Online
The South Carolina Judicial Branch Public Index provides free online access to Dillon County court docket records. You can search by party name, case number, or filing date. The system shows case type, filing date, parties, case status, and docket entries for each action in a case. Access the Dillon County Public Index directly at publicindex.sccourts.org/dillon/publicindex/.
Case types searchable through the Public Index include felony criminal cases in General Sessions, civil disputes in Common Pleas, and family matters in Family Court. The system requires JavaScript and cookies to be enabled in your browser. Some browsers may require pop-up exceptions to view full case details. Full document copies are not available online and must be requested in person at the Clerk's office.
If you need to search across multiple South Carolina counties, use the statewide tool at sccourts.org/case-records-search/. This is helpful when you are unsure which county a case was filed in. Court rosters for Dillon County showing upcoming hearings are available at sccourts.org/court-roster-search/.
Dillon County Land Records and Recorded Documents
Dillon County maintains an online system for searching documents recorded at the Clerk of Court office. Contact the Dillon County government for access to the land records search portal. You can search documents by grantor or grantee name, document type, or date range. An account may be required for online access. Document types include deeds, mortgages, plats, liens, and powers of attorney.
The Register of Deeds functions are integrated with the Clerk of Court office in Dillon County. Digital records are available for recent filings. Older records exist in paper format at the courthouse. Recording fees apply when filing new documents with the Dillon County Clerk.
Note: Land records and court docket records are separate systems. Use the Public Index for court cases and the land records portal for deeds and property documents.
In-Person Court Docket Access in Dillon County
Public access terminals at the Dillon County Courthouse allow self-service searches of court docket records. You can search by name or case number without staff assistance. Terminals are available during normal business hours, Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
The Clerk's office accepts written requests for court records. Include the names of the parties, the approximate year the case was filed, and a description of what records you need. Mail your request to the Dillon County Clerk of Court at the county courthouse. Enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope and payment if applicable. South Carolina law under S.C. Code Ann. § 30-4-10 requires a response to public records requests within ten business days.
Copy fees for standard documents run $0.25 to $0.50 per page. Certified copies cost more. Bring a government-issued photo ID when visiting. If you have a case number, the search will go faster. Family Court records include divorce, custody, child support, and juvenile matters. General Sessions records include felony criminal cases. Common Pleas covers civil disputes and claims.
Child Support and Court-Ordered Payments in Dillon County
Child support payment information in Dillon County is available through the South Carolina State Disbursement Unit at 1-800-768-5858. You can also verify payment status 24 hours a day through an automated phone system using your case ID number.
ExpertPay and MoneyGram are accepted for online child support payments. The DSS Child Support Client Portal at clientportal.dss.sc.gov lets you manage your case online. Direct deposit payments are typically processed within 24 to 48 hours of receipt by the State Disbursement Unit. The Clerk of Court manages court-ordered support disbursements as part of its Family Court docket responsibilities in Dillon County.
CDR Codes for Dillon County Criminal Dockets
CDR codes classify criminal charges across all South Carolina court dockets, including Dillon County. These charge disposition reporting codes appear on docket entries and help identify the nature of a criminal case. Look up CDR code definitions at sccourts.org/cdr-codes/. Understanding these codes makes it easier to read criminal docket entries in Dillon County General Sessions cases.
Nearby Counties
Dillon County is in northeastern South Carolina and shares a border with North Carolina. If you are unsure which county to search for a case, confirm the filing address for the parties involved.