Court Docket Records in Jasper County
Jasper County court docket records are maintained by the Clerk of Court at 265 Russell Street in Ridgeland, South Carolina. The office serves the 14th Judicial Circuit and keeps records for Circuit Court and Family Court cases. You can search Jasper County court dockets through the South Carolina Public Index online or request records in person at the courthouse. This page explains how to search court filings, what the docket covers, and how to get copies of case records from the Jasper County Clerk of Court.
Jasper County Quick Facts
Jasper County Clerk of Court Office
The Honorable Keith Horton serves as Jasper County Clerk of Court. The office is located at 265 Russell Street in Ridgeland, South Carolina, with limited parking available at that location. The mailing address is P.O. Box 248, Ridgeland, SC 29936. Office hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, except on legal holidays. You can reach the office by phone at (843) 726-7710 or by fax at (843) 726-7782.
The Jasper County Clerk of Court serves the citizens through effective and efficient court fiscal and administrative functions. The office handles docket management, record keeping, and case administration for Circuit Court and Family Court. Staff also manage jury summons and juror service. The office issues a scam warning: the Clerk's office never calls residents requesting payment for missed jury duty. If you receive such a call, it is a scam. Visit jaspercountysc.gov for current office details.
The South Carolina Judicial Branch lists full Jasper County courthouse details at sccourts.org/courts/courthouse-search/jasper/, including judge contacts and all court division listings.
| Clerk of Court | The Honorable Keith Horton |
|---|---|
| Address |
265 Russell Street Ridgeland, SC 29936 Mailing: P.O. Box 248, Ridgeland, SC 29936 |
| Phone | (843) 726-7710 |
| Fax | (843) 726-7782 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (except legal holidays) |
| Judicial Circuit | 14th Circuit (Hampton, Allendale, Jasper, Colleton, Beaufort) |
| Website | jaspercountysc.gov |
Search Jasper County Court Dockets Online
The South Carolina Public Index provides free online access to Jasper County court docket records. Jasper County is Circuit Number 14 and County Number 27 in the statewide system. You can search by case number, party name, filing date, or case type. Go to publicindex.sccourts.org/jasper/publicindex/ to begin searching Jasper County court records.
Search results show case summaries, docket entries, and hearing dates. Circuit Court records include both General Sessions (criminal) and Common Pleas (civil) cases. Family Court records are also available through the same search. Municipal court records appear where those courts participate in the statewide system, including courts in Ridgeland and Hardeeville. Home addresses in records were redacted as of January 2026. Full case files with documents require an in-person visit to the Clerk's office in Ridgeland.
The statewide case records search at sccourts.org/case-records-search/ also covers Jasper County cases. The court roster search at sccourts.org/court-roster-search/ shows upcoming hearings scheduled in Jasper County courts.
The Jasper County Clerk of Court official page at jaspercountysc.gov provides direct links to the Public Index, juror resources, and child support payment portals for Jasper County residents.
Jasper County Court Divisions
Jasper County falls under the 14th Judicial Circuit, which also covers Hampton, Allendale, Colleton, and Beaufort Counties. The main court divisions operating in Jasper County each maintain their own case dockets. Understanding which division handled your case helps narrow your search.
Circuit Court in Jasper County handles both civil and criminal matters. The General Sessions docket covers felony and serious misdemeanor criminal cases. Each entry shows the charges, dates, court appearances, and final outcomes. Common Pleas handles civil disputes including personal injury, contract claims, and other civil litigation in Jasper County. Family Court maintains a separate docket covering divorce, child custody and support, adoption, name changes, and domestic matters. All of these court types are searchable through the Jasper County Public Index.
Magistrate Court in Jasper County handles minor criminal offenses, traffic violations, and small civil claims. Municipal Courts in Ridgeland and Hardeeville handle local matters within their jurisdictions. Probate Court manages estates, marriage licenses, guardianships, and commitments for Jasper County residents. The Register of Deeds, overseen by the Honorable Vanessa F. Wright, records property documents. The Register of Deeds can be reached at (843) 717-3615 with a mailing address at P.O. Box 836, Ridgeland.
Note: Child support payments for Jasper County cases can be made through expertpay.com or moneygram.com using code 14691, or through the DSS client portal at clientportal.dss.sc.gov.
Accessing Jasper County Court Records
Court records in Jasper County are public documents under the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act. The relevant statute is S.C. Code Ann. § 30-4-10. This law allows any person to inspect and request copies of public records held by government agencies, including the Jasper County Clerk of Court. You do not need to be a party to a case to view the docket or request copies.
For in-person visits, go to 265 Russell Street in Ridgeland. Parking is limited at this location, so plan accordingly. Bring photo identification. Staff can help you search by name or case number and can produce copies while you wait or on a next-day basis depending on workload. The Juror Summons Online Form is also available through the Jasper County Clerk's office page for residents who have received a summons.
CDR charge codes used in Jasper County court records follow the statewide standard published at sccourts.org/cdr-codes/. These codes identify the specific offense or case type assigned to each entry on the court docket. Looking up the code helps you understand what a case involves before requesting documents.
Third-party legal research platforms also cover Jasper County Circuit Court records and provide an alternative search interface. These tools index civil and criminal case summaries and docket information from South Carolina judicial databases. Always verify information from third-party sources against the official Public Index or the Clerk's office records.
Nearby Counties
Jasper County is part of the 14th Judicial Circuit in the southern Lowcountry region of South Carolina. Neighboring counties share the same circuit and similar court procedures. File court cases in the county where the event occurred or where you reside.