First Judicial Circuit Court Dorchester County
101 Ridge Street, St George, SC 29477
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 234, St. George, SC, 29477
Dorchester County
All civil cases at law over $300., Civil cases in equity., Proceedings in habeas corpus., Felonies and misdemeanors, Proceedings in quo warranto., Prohibition and certiorari cases., Appeals from magistrate court, municipal court, and administrative agenc
Division:Contact Information:
Phone Number: 843-563-0121
Fax: 843-563-0178
Staff: Diane Schafer Goodstein (Resident Judge), Patrick R. Watts (Master-in-Equity)
- *Not location specific. Call, or visit the court's website if listed above.
- How was I chosen? - Jurors are picked at random from lists of registered voters, people with driver's licenses, or those with state issued ID cards.
- What are the exemptions? Depending on local laws and specific court policies, exemptions MAY include persons over age 70, and those having recently served on a jury (usually within 1-3 years depending on county policy). In the state of South Carolina, there are possible exemptions for any person employed within the walls of any courthouse. If any of these apply to you, contact the court to verify they observe the exemption.
- Go to our Jury Duty FAQ page for more on exceptions, requirements, pay, dress code, and other questions you might have.
- Our FAQ page has general instructions on paying violations, or obtaining court documents or criminal records.
- The Public Access to Court Records (PACER) US website can help you find case and docket information.
Visit our Links Page for websites providing Employment Listings, as well as US Government holiday closings.
*Please call to verify. Is any of the above incorrect? Let us know here
Nearby Courts:
First Judicial Circuit Family Court Dorchester County
101 Ridge Street
0.0 mile away
Dorchester County Probate Court
101 Ridge Street
0.0 mile away