Lexington SC Court Records
Lexington court records cover cases handled by the Lexington Municipal Court and the Lexington County Circuit, Family, Probate, and Magistrate Courts. The Town of Lexington is the county seat of Lexington County, which means the main county court facilities are right in town. Searching Lexington court records online is free through the South Carolina Public Index. In-person access is available at the Lexington County Courthouse on East Main Street. This guide explains what records exist, how to search them, and who to contact for each type of case.
Lexington Quick Facts
Lexington Municipal Court Records
The Lexington Municipal Court is located at 111 Maiden Lane, Lexington, SC. Phone: 803-359-6260. The court handles city ordinance violations, traffic citations within the town limits, and minor criminal matters. Online payment options and court procedures are available at lexsc.com/168/Court.
The screenshot below from the Lexington city municipal court page shows the court's location, online payment options, and information for residents dealing with a citation or scheduled hearing in Lexington.
The Lexington municipal court page is your first stop for information about responding to a city citation, checking your case status, or submitting a payment for a Lexington court matter.
Like all South Carolina municipal courts, the Lexington Municipal Court is a court not of record. Appeals go to the Lexington County Court of Common Pleas, which is just blocks away at the county courthouse. Appeals must be filed within the statutory time limit after the original ruling. The Lexington Municipal Court is one of several municipal courts in the county, including West Columbia, Cayce, Irmo, Chapin, and Batesburg-Leesville.
Additional information about Lexington court public records is available at lexingtoncountycourt.org/public-records, which covers both city and county record access options.
The image below from the Lexington County public records page shows the tools and resources available for searching court records tied to the City of Lexington and the surrounding county.
The Lexington public records page explains how to search for court cases, request documents, and navigate the county and city records systems that cover the Lexington area.
Lexington County Clerk of Court
Lisa M. Comer serves as Lexington County Clerk of Court, having been elected in 2016 and sworn in January 2017. The office is at 205 East Main Street, Suite 128, Lexington, SC 29072. Phone: 803-785-8212. Fax: 803-785-2215. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
The Clerk is the official custodian of civil, criminal, and family court records for Lexington County. The office handles Common Pleas civil cases, General Sessions criminal cases, and Family Court matters. Both Circuit Court and Family Court are at 205 East Main Street. Family Court phone: 803-785-8400. Family Court judges serving Lexington County include Hon. Huntley S. Crouch, Hon. Robert E. Newton, and Hon. W. G. Seigler.
Lexington County is part of the 11th Judicial Circuit. Circuit Court judges serving the county include Hon. David S. Graham, Hon. Debra R. McCaslin, and Hon. Walton J. McLeod, IV. The county has a population of approximately 300,000, making it one of the larger counties in the state.
Copy fees for Lexington County court records are $0.25 per page for standard copies. Certified copies cost $5.00 per document. Records are available for free inspection in person during business hours. No charge applies for viewing records on-site. Records retention schedules show that civil cases are kept for 10 years, criminal felony cases for 15 years, and capital cases permanently.
How to Search Lexington Court Records Online
The South Carolina Public Index is the main online tool for Lexington County court records. Access it through the SC Judicial Branch case records search and select Lexington County. You can search by party name, case number, date range, or case type. The system covers Circuit and Family Court records and is free to use around the clock.
Results show case summaries, party information, docket entries, and status. Full document copies require contacting the Clerk. The system includes civil, criminal, family, and traffic matters at the Circuit Court level. Privacy protections are in place: Social Security numbers are redacted, and home addresses are no longer displayed as of January 1, 2026. Technical support for the Public Index is available through the SC Judicial Branch.
The Lexington County court records guide at lexingtonrecords.us/court-records provides additional detail on online and in-person access, including how to use the Clerk's own online system, what each search field returns, and document access options. Some documents may be viewed online through the Clerk's portal, though registration may be required for full access.
For attorneys, electronic filing is available through the SCEF system. Self-represented litigants can access forms and resources through the SC Judicial Branch website. The SC Judicial Branch main site provides access to court rules, forms, and administrative orders that govern Lexington County proceedings.
Note: Lexington Municipal Court records are not part of the county Public Index. For city citation and ordinance records, contact the Lexington Municipal Court directly at 803-359-6260.Criminal Records in Lexington
Felony criminal cases for Lexington residents go through the Lexington County Court of General Sessions. These records are searchable by name through the county's Public Index. Bond hearings for Lexington County arrests are handled at the County Jail bond court at 521 Gibson Road. Phone: 803-921-2542. DUI Court is centralized at the Old Lexington County Courthouse at 139 East Main Street. Fraudulent check court operates at a centralized location as well.
The Lexington County Magistrate Court has multiple locations. The main Lexington magistrate office is at 139 East Main Street. Phone: 803-785-2676. Chief Magistrate is the Hon. Gary S. Morgan. Magistrate courts handle traffic violations, misdemeanor criminal cases, civil matters up to $7,500, and preliminary hearings for felony charges. Traffic court is centralized for the county. Fine payments can be made online, by mail, or in person.
For a statewide criminal background check, use the SLED CATCH portal. The fee is $25 plus a $1 online convenience charge. CATCH is a name-based search covering South Carolina conviction records and pending charges. It does not return records from other states. Provide a full name and date of birth for the search. The South Carolina Sex Offender Registry (SORT) is also free and publicly accessible through SLED without a fee.
Lexington County criminal records access can also be explored at southcarolinacourtrecords.us/lexington, which outlines search methods and contact options for criminal case lookups in Lexington County.
Family and Probate Court Records in Lexington
Lexington County Family Court handles divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, domestic violence, and juvenile matters for all county residents including Lexington town. The court is at 205 East Main Street, Lexington. Phone: 803-785-8400. Records are maintained by the Clerk of Court and are partially searchable through the Public Index. Juvenile, adoption, and mental health commitment records are restricted by law and require a court order to access.
Child support payments for Lexington County cases go through the State Disbursement Unit at SDU PO Box 100302, Columbia, SC 29202. Mediation services are available for family cases through the court. Online access to the Family Court Case Management System is limited but available for certain case types.
Lexington County Probate Court is at 205 East Main Street, Suite 134, Lexington, SC 29072. Phone: 803-785-8324. Fax: 803-785-8199. Judge is the Hon. Daniel R. Eckstrom. The Probate Court handles estates, wills, guardianships, conservatorships, and marriage licenses. Estate records are publicly accessible. Marriage license certified copies cost $5.25 each. Online records for some case types are available through the SC Probate Court website. The Lexington County courts resource site has more details on probate and family matters.
Note: Marriage records in Lexington County are maintained by the Probate Court. Divorce records are held by the Clerk of Court.FOIA Requests for Lexington Court Records
South Carolina's Freedom of Information Act at SC Code Title 30, Chapter 4 covers public records held by the Town of Lexington and Lexington County. Most court records are publicly accessible. FOIA requests for court case files go to the Lexington County Clerk of Court at 205 East Main Street, Suite 128, or mailed to that address. City of Lexington records go to town government offices.
The law requires a 10 business day response for records under two years old. Older records may take 20 business days. Production must happen within 30 calendar days of a positive determination. Electronic formats are provided when available. A written denial with a legal basis must be issued if records are withheld, and you have the right to appeal that denial.
Lexington County's online E-filing system is available for attorneys. The Register of Deeds, the Hon. Tina Guerry, is at 212 S Lake Drive, Suite 301, Lexington, SC 29072. Phone: 803-785-8307. Property records are maintained separately from court case records at the Register of Deeds office.
Lexington County Court Records
Lexington is the county seat of Lexington County, and all county-level court resources are based here. The Lexington County page covers the full court system including all magistrate locations, court contacts, and the Public Index.
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