Florence County, SC Arrests & Jail Records

Individuals can obtain arrest records from the Sheriff's Office by visiting in person during business hours. Requests can also be submitted via mail to:

Florence County Sheriff's Office Attention: Records Division 6719 Friendfield Road Effingham, SC 29541

To verify record availability and any associated fees, individuals are encouraged to call (843) 665-2121 before submitting a request.

Residents looking for arrest records should first determine which Police Department handled the arrest. Contacting the appropriate department is the first step in verifying the record request process. Most agencies require a Public Records Request form, which can be accessed online or obtained in person.

Once the form is completed, it should be submitted to the Records Division along with valid identification. Providing details such as the arrestee's full name, date of birth, arrest date, and case number which can help expedite the processing of the request.

The main Police Department in the County include:

Florence Police Department

Lake City Police Department

South Carolina Highway Patrol

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) maintains criminal history records for the entire state. Individuals can request records online, by mail, or in person.

To request records online, visit the SLED CATCH (Citizens Access to Criminal Histories) portal. Enter the required information, like the subject's full name, date of birth, and pay a $25.00 fee using a credit or debit card. The results are available for immediate download.

For mail requests, complete the Criminal Records Check Form, include the $25.00 money order payable to SLED, and mail it to: SLED Records Department PO Box 21398 Columbia, SC 29221-1398

In-person requests can be made at the SLED headquarters in Columbia with a valid photo ID and payment. Results are typically processed on the same day.

The Clerk of Court is responsible for maintaining criminal records of arrests resulting in formal charges in the County. These records can be accessed through the South Carolina Judicial Branch Public Index called C-Track Public Access, which provides online access to court records. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) serves as the central repository for complete criminal history information.

Criminal record copies are available for $0.50 per page through the Clerk of Court at the Florence County Judicial Center, located at 181 North Irby Street, Florence, SC 29501.. For more convenient access to arrest records and criminal history information, residents may also utilize third-party websites like InfoTracer.