Georgetown County DUI Records
Georgetown County DUI records are public documents kept by the Clerk of Court in Georgetown, South Carolina. The county is part of the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit in the Lowcountry region of the state. DUI records include criminal case filings, arrest documents, court orders, and sentencing records for all driving under the influence charges in Georgetown County. This page explains how to search for those records online and in person, and which offices to contact for specific documents.
Georgetown County Quick Facts
Georgetown County Clerk of Court
The Georgetown County Clerk of Court is the official custodian of DUI records for felony and general sessions cases in the county. The office is at 401 Cleland Street in Georgetown and can be reached at (843) 527-6202. The Clerk maintains all records for the Court of General Sessions and Court of Common Pleas, including DUI charges, related criminal filings, and sentencing documents. Staff are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Georgetown County government information is available at georgetowncountysc.org. The county provides judicial services through the Georgetown County Courthouse and related court facilities. When you need to access DUI records from Georgetown County, the Clerk of Court is your primary contact for court documents and certified copies.
The SLED criminal records system at sled.sc.gov reflects conviction data for Georgetown County DUI cases after they are reported by the court. This statewide database is a separate resource from the Clerk of Court but reflects outcomes from Georgetown County cases.
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division at sled.sc.gov manages the state's criminal records database, which includes DUI conviction data from Georgetown County courts.
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Georgetown County Clerk of Court 401 Cleland Street Georgetown, SC 29440 Phone: (843) 527-6202 |
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| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | georgetowncountysc.org |
Searching Georgetown County DUI Records Online
The South Carolina Public Index is the primary tool for online DUI record searches in Georgetown County. You can access Georgetown County records at publicindex.sccourts.org/georgetown/. The index is free to use and allows searches by defendant name or case number. Case status, charge types, and court dates are visible in search results. The system is managed by the South Carolina Judicial Branch at sccourts.org.
For full document copies or certified records, contact the Clerk of Court directly. Walk-in visits are the fastest option. Mail requests are accepted at 401 Cleland Street, Georgetown, SC 29440. Bring photo ID when visiting in person. The Clerk of Court can search by name or case number and will let you know what records exist and what fees apply for Georgetown County DUI records.
Georgetown County also has two Magistrate Courts. The Georgetown Magistrate Court handles misdemeanor DUI cases and can be reached at (843) 546-2432. The Andrews Magistrate Court serves the northern part of the county and is at (843) 264-8708. These courts handle lower-level DUI charges before they may be elevated to General Sessions.
Note: Magistrate Court DUI records in Georgetown County may have limited online access through the Public Index. Contact each court directly for records of misdemeanor-level DUI proceedings.
Georgetown County and South Carolina DUI Law
South Carolina's DUI law under § 56-5-2930 applies to all DUI arrests in Georgetown County. A first offense is a misdemeanor. Penalties increase based on blood alcohol content at the time of arrest. Repeat offenses carry higher fines and longer jail sentences. All DUI charges in Georgetown County generate court records that are filed with the Clerk of Court or Magistrate Court.
The DUAC charge under § 56-5-2933 applies when a driver's blood alcohol level is at or above 0.08% in South Carolina. A driver can face both a DUI and a DUAC charge from the same stop in Georgetown County. Both types of charges produce court records accessible through the Public Index. The Fifteenth Circuit Solicitor's Office prosecutes felony DUI cases from Georgetown County in the Court of General Sessions.
Felony DUI under § 56-5-2945 is the most serious DUI charge in South Carolina. It applies when a DUI results in great bodily injury or death. These cases can carry up to 30 years in prison and are always filed in General Sessions court. Georgetown County DUI records for felony cases are public documents maintained by the Clerk of Court at 401 Cleland Street.
Georgetown County Sheriff and DUI Enforcement
The Georgetown County Sheriff's Office is located at 2399 Browns Ferry Road and can be reached at (843) 546-2232. The Sheriff enforces DUI laws throughout unincorporated Georgetown County and maintains arrest records for DUI events that occur in those areas. Arrest records from the Sheriff are separate from court case files but are part of the broader DUI record trail in Georgetown County.
A DUI arrest in Georgetown County leads to two parallel record streams. The criminal case record is maintained by the Clerk of Court. The driving record impact is handled by the South Carolina DMV at dmv.sc.gov. License suspensions under § 56-5-2990 are imposed by the DMV separately from any court sentence. Drivers in Georgetown County must deal with both the criminal case and the license matter after a DUI arrest.
Implied consent under § 56-5-2950 requires drivers to submit to chemical testing when arrested on suspicion of DUI in Georgetown County. Refusal triggers an automatic license suspension. The refusal itself is documented and may appear as part of the DUI case record. This is a separate administrative action handled by the DMV rather than the criminal court.
DUI Records and Ignition Interlock in Georgetown County
South Carolina law at § 56-5-2941 requires ignition interlock devices following many DUI convictions. A first DUI in Georgetown County may require six months of interlock use. A second DUI requires two years. Third offenses require three years. A fourth DUI conviction can result in a lifetime interlock requirement under South Carolina law. These requirements are tied to license reinstatement and are tracked by the SCDMV.
Completing the Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program (ADSAP) is also part of the reinstatement process for DUI convictions in Georgetown County. ADSAP completion is required by the DMV before a suspended license can be reinstated in South Carolina. Georgetown County residents with DUI convictions should contact the DMV for the full list of reinstatement steps.
Note: Georgetown County residents can verify their current driving record status, including interlock requirements and suspension status, through the South Carolina DMV at dmv.sc.gov at no cost in most cases.
Cities in Georgetown County
Georgetown County includes several cities and communities along the South Carolina coast and inland waterways. DUI cases filed in the county are processed through the Clerk of Court or Magistrate Court depending on the level of the charge.
Nearby Counties
Georgetown County is in the Lowcountry and borders several other South Carolina counties. DUI records are filed by county of arrest, so confirm the right county for your search.