Horry County Court Docket and Case Records
Horry County is one of the most populous counties in South Carolina, home to the Grand Strand and Myrtle Beach. The Horry County Clerk of Court in Conway maintains docket records for Circuit Court and Family Court cases filed in the 15th Judicial Circuit. You can search the Horry County court docket online through the South Carolina Public Index or visit the courthouse at 1301 2nd Avenue in Conway. This page covers how to access court docket records, what each court division handles, and how to get copies of case files in Horry County.
Horry County Quick Facts
Horry County Clerk of Court
The Honorable Renee Norris Elvis serves as Clerk of Court for Horry County. She was elected in November 2016 and is a member of the South Carolina Clerk of Court's Association. Before taking office, she worked with the Horry County Sheriff's Office from 2005 to 2016. The Clerk of Court office is located at 1301 2nd Avenue in Conway, South Carolina. You can reach the office by phone at 843-915-5080. For general questions, call 843-915-6743.
The office maintains records for Circuit Court and Family Court in Horry County. It also handles jury management, child support collection and disbursement, and provides an e-filing system for attorneys to submit documents electronically. Passport applications are accepted Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4 PM at the Conway courthouse and at the Myrtle Beach location at 9630 Scipio Lane. Visit horrycountysc.gov for current office information.
The South Carolina Judicial Branch provides full courthouse details for Horry County at sccourts.org/courts/courthouse-search/horry/, including judge listings and court division contacts.
| Clerk of Court | The Honorable Renee Norris Elvis |
|---|---|
| Address |
1301 2nd Avenue Conway, SC 29526 |
| Phone | 843-915-5080 (main) | 843-915-6743 (general questions) |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Judicial Circuit | 15th Circuit |
| Website | horrycountysc.gov |
Search the Horry County Court Docket
The South Carolina Public Index is the main online source for Horry County court docket records. It covers the 15th Judicial Circuit and handles over 17,000 cases each year in Horry County. You can search by case number, party name, business name, or filing date range. Results show case summaries, charges, scheduled hearing dates, and final disposition. Go to publicindex.sccourts.org/horry/publicindex/ to start your search.
The Public Index covers criminal, civil, family court, and traffic case types. Municipal court records are included where those courts participate in the statewide system. Basic case information is free to search. Home addresses in case records were redacted starting January 1, 2026. The interface is mobile-friendly and works on smartphones as well as desktop computers. For full document images or complete case files, you need to contact the Horry County Clerk of Court in person or by written request.
The statewide case records search at sccourts.org and the court roster search are two additional tools for locating Horry County cases and upcoming hearings.
The Horry County government site at horrycountysc.gov also links to court departments, docket searches, and public record resources across Horry County.
Horry County Court Divisions and Dockets
Horry County operates several court divisions under the 15th Judicial Circuit. Each division maintains its own docket and handles different types of cases. Understanding which court has jurisdiction helps you search the right docket in Horry County.
Circuit Court includes two major divisions. General Sessions handles criminal cases in Horry County. The docket lists charges, arrest details, hearing schedules, pleas, and dispositions for criminal matters. Common Pleas handles civil cases including contract disputes, personal injury, property matters, and appeals from lower courts. Both court dockets are searchable through the Public Index for Horry County. The 15th Circuit serves both Horry and Georgetown Counties.
Family Court in Horry County handles divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, name changes, and juvenile cases. The Family Court is located at 1301 2nd Avenue, Conway, SC 29526, and can be reached at (843) 915-5150. Self-help resources are available for people who are not represented by attorneys in Horry County. Guardian ad Litem appointments are made for child representation in appropriate family court cases. For a full list of case types and how to access the Family Court docket, visit horrycountysc.gov.
Municipal Courts in Horry County cover various cities and communities within the county. Where those courts participate in the statewide system, their records appear in the Public Index search results.
Note: Horry County has a crime rate of approximately 4,790 incidents per 100,000 residents, making the General Sessions docket one of the busiest in the 15th Circuit.
Horry County Court Record Copies and Fees
Copies of court records from the Horry County Clerk of Court cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies carry an additional certification fee of $1.00 per page plus $5.00 to $10.00 for the certification itself. Bring payment when you visit the courthouse in Conway. The office does not accept written requests without prepayment for estimated fees.
The copy fee schedule applies to all case types in Horry County, including criminal, civil, and family court records. For document images available through the Public Index, you may be able to view some records online without a copy fee. Physical documents in the case file require an in-person request. Weapons and pointed objects are prohibited on courthouse premises in Horry County.
South Carolina public records law under S.C. Code Ann. § 30-4-10 gives the public the right to inspect and request copies of court docket records. Court records in Horry County are generally open to the public. Some records involving juveniles, sealed cases, and certain family court matters may not be publicly accessible. The Clerk of Court can tell you which records are available before you make a request.
Details on the Horry County Clerk of Court, including current fees, office contacts, and e-filing options, are at horrycountysc.gov/Departments/Clerk-of-Court.
Understanding Horry County Case Docket Entries
Court docket entries in Horry County use standard South Carolina CDR codes to classify charges and case types. These codes appear on the Public Index when you search Horry County court records. The full list of CDR codes is published at sccourts.org/cdr-codes/. Knowing the code helps you understand the nature of the charge or filing without needing to read the full case document.
Each docket entry in Horry County typically shows the case number, filing date, party names, case type, current status, and any scheduled hearings. Criminal dockets also show the specific charges and the statute alleged to have been violated. Civil dockets show the claim type and the current stage of litigation. Family Court dockets list the matter type such as divorce, custody, or support.
Case numbers in the Horry County Public Index follow a standard format that identifies the court type and filing year. You can use a case number directly in the search field if you already have it. This is the fastest way to pull up a specific case on the Horry County court docket.
Cities in Horry County
Horry County includes several large cities and communities, particularly along the Grand Strand. All Circuit and Family Court cases for residents of Horry County are filed at the courthouse in Conway. Municipal Courts in some cities handle local ordinance matters separately.
Myrtle Beach is the largest city in Horry County and a major tourist destination on the South Carolina coast. All Circuit and Family Court cases are filed at the Horry County Courthouse in Conway.
Nearby Counties
Horry County borders several South Carolina counties and is near the North Carolina state line. File in the county where the event occurred or where the parties reside. If you are unsure, contact the Horry County Clerk of Court for guidance.