Berkeley County Felony Records Lookup
Berkeley County felony records are maintained by the Clerk of Court at 300 California Avenue in Moncks Corner. All felony cases in Berkeley County go through the General Sessions Court as part of the Ninth Judicial Circuit. The Clerk of Court keeps all criminal case files including warrants, indictments, bonds, and sentence sheets. Berkeley County felony records from 1990 forward are searchable online through the South Carolina Public Index at no cost.
Berkeley County Quick Facts
Berkeley County Clerk of Court
The Berkeley County Clerk of Court at 300 California Avenue in Moncks Corner maintains all circuit court records for criminal and civil matters. Berkeley County Circuit Courts hold felony and misdemeanor records from 1990 forward. Summary Court records from lower-level courts in Berkeley County are also available in the Public Index. Copy fees are $0.25 per page with certified copies available for $5 each.
The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office at 223 N. Live Oak Drive, Moncks Corner SC 29461, phone (843) 719-4412 maintains arrest records and operates the Hill-Finklea Detention Center. An online inmate search is available through the Sheriff's Office website. Berkeley County has experienced significant growth in recent years and maintains modern record-keeping systems to serve its expanding population.
The Berkeley County government website at berkeleycountysc.gov provides comprehensive county services online, including access to department information, online forms, and resources for searching Berkeley County felony records and public court documents.
The Berkeley County government site lists all departments including the Clerk of Court at 300 California Avenue in Moncks Corner, where Berkeley County felony records and all General Sessions Court case files are maintained.
| Address | 300 California Avenue Moncks Corner, SC 29461 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (843) 719-4400 |
| Sheriff | 223 N. Live Oak Drive, Moncks Corner, SC 29461 (843) 719-4412 |
| Copy Fees | $0.25 per page; certified copies $5 each |
| Public Index | publicindex.sccourts.org/berkeley |
Ninth Circuit and Berkeley County Felony Prosecution
Berkeley County is part of the Ninth Judicial Circuit of South Carolina along with Charleston County. The Ninth Circuit Solicitor prosecutes all felony cases in General Sessions Court for both Berkeley and Charleston counties. The Solicitor's office is located in Charleston and has jurisdiction over all Berkeley County felony prosecutions in General Sessions Court.
When a felony arrest is made in Berkeley County, the case goes through bond hearing, grand jury indictment, and then trial or plea in General Sessions Court. Each step creates documents filed with the Clerk of Court in Moncks Corner. For General Sessions docket information, contact the Ninth Circuit Solicitor's Office. The Clerk of Court at (843) 719-4400 can provide copies of specific case documents once you have a case number or defendant name.
How to Search Berkeley County Felony Records
The Public Index for Berkeley County is free and available online at publicindex.sccourts.org/berkeley. Circuit Court records from 1990 forward are searchable by party name or case number. The system shows case status, charges, hearing dates, and disposition. Summary Court records from lower courts in Berkeley County are also included. Accept the disclaimer before starting your search.
In-person access is available at 300 California Avenue in Moncks Corner. Bring a photo ID. Staff can look up cases and provide copies. For statewide criminal history including Berkeley County felony records, use SLED CATCH at catch.sled.sc.gov. The $25 search covers all 46 South Carolina counties. SLED CATCH is updated monthly with new Berkeley County Circuit Court data.
Berkeley County felony records are public under S.C. Code Ann. § 30-4-10. Anyone can request copies. FOIA requests go to the Clerk of Court or the relevant county department. The county must respond within 10 business days. Expunged records and records of dismissed charges are removed from public access per § 17-1-40.
Note: Berkeley County felony records are classified under Title 16 of the South Carolina Code of Laws. The six classes carry sentences from up to 5 years (Class F) to up to 30 years (Class A). Every Berkeley County felony record shows the charge, class, and sentence imposed.
Cities in Berkeley County
Berkeley County includes the city of Goose Creek as one of its major population centers. All felony cases for Berkeley County residents are filed at the General Sessions Court in Moncks Corner.
Nearby Counties
Berkeley County is part of the Ninth Judicial Circuit with Charleston County. The following counties border Berkeley County.