Kershaw County, SC Arrests, Mugshots & Jail Records

To obtain arrest records from the Kershaw County Sheriff's Office, a written request is required. Interested individuals may complete and send the FOIA Request Form, including information such as the arrest location, time, and the name of the individual arrested, to:

Kershaw County Sheriff's Office Attn: Freedom of Information Officer PO Box 70 Lugoff, SC 29078

Alternatively, the request form may be submitted in person at 821 Ridgeway Road, Lugoff, SC 29078. The Sheriff's Office may charge up to $15 per hour for search, retrieval, and redaction of confidential information.

Kershaw County is served by several local police departments, including the Elgin, Kershaw, Camden, and Bethune Police Departments. To request arrest records, it is recommended to visit the specific department that made the arrest and provide relevant details such as the name of the arrestee, the date, and the location of the incident.

Criminal history record information in South Carolina is maintained and released by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED). Through the Citizens Access to Criminal Histories (CATCH) portal, Kershaw County residents may perform a name-based criminal background check for a fee of $25 and print the results. For best results, users may provide the subject's full name, date of birth, Social Security number (SSN), and other identifying details.

Alternatively, individuals may request a background check by mail by completing the Criminal Record Check form. The form, along with a self-addressed stamped envelope and a money order or business check for $25, should be mailed to:

SLED Records Department PO Box 21398 Columbia, SC 29221-1398

Arrest information may be included in the case files for criminal matters adjudicated in the Kershaw County Magistrate Court, Circuit Court, or Municipal Courts. For cases heard in the Magistrate Court, interested parties may contact the Criminal Clerk at (805) 425-7226 ext. 5389 or visit in person at 1121 Broad Street, Room 202, Camden, SC 29020.

In contrast, the Kershaw County Clerk of Court maintains records for criminal cases heard in the Circuit Court and accepts in-person requests for copies. Interested individuals may visit the Clerk's Office at 1121 Broad Street, Room 313, Camden, SC 29020, to obtain these records. Copies cost $0.50 per page, with an additional $1 fee for certification if requested.

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