How to Search Charleston County, South Carolina Records (Start Here)
Charleston County, South Carolina — court records through the local court clerk, property through the county assessor, recorded documents through the recorder or clerk.
- Court cases: Local court clerk for case search.
- Property: County Assessor for values. Recorder or Clerk for deeds and documents.
- Jail: County Sheriff for current inmate information.
Select a database below to begin your search.
Criminal & Court Records
Criminal & Court Records
Charleston County Court Records - Magistrates
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Search the Charleston County, South Carolina Magistrates Court Civil, Lis Pendens, Criminal and Traffic cases filed after January 1.
Charleston County Court Records - Master in Equity
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Search the Charleston County, South Carolina Master in Equity Court for Civil, Lis Pendens, Criminal and Traffic cases filed after January 1.
Property & Tax Records
Property | Assessment Rolls
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Montgomery County tentative and final property assessment rolls. Includes the City of Amsterdam, and the Towns of Amsterdam, Canajoharie, Charleston.
Business, Voter & Other
Business | BBB
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Central South Carolina and Charleston BBB accredited businesses.
Charleston County Business Licenses
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Search for business licenses in Charleston County, South Carolina by account umber, business name, or business address.
Charleston County Judgments
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Click on "Online Case Search" and then "Judgments" to search for Charleston County, South Carolina judgments by type, party name, filing date.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fastest way to find Charleston County records? ▼
The Clerk of Court handles all case records for Charleston County. Criminal, civil, family — it's all there. If a search comes back empty, switch offices — the record is probably somewhere else.
Where do I search for Charleston County public records? ▼
Three separate systems in Charleston County: The Clerk of Court is where court records live in South Carolina. For property values and ownership details, go to the County Assessor. Marriage records: contact the Probate Court directly.
Why does my Charleston County search return no results? ▼
The record probably exists — you're just in the wrong system. Try another office in Charleston County.
Is there a single database for all Charleston County records? ▼
No. Charleston County records are maintained by separate offices with separate systems.
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