Find Traffic Court Records in Horry County

Horry County traffic court records cover citations issued throughout one of South Carolina's busiest counties. With major tourism corridors along US-17, US-501, and the Grand Strand, Horry County courts process a large volume of traffic cases each year. The county seat of Conway is home to the main Clerk of Court and the Central Traffic Court. Magistrate court locations in Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Aynor, Loris, and Surfside Beach also handle local citations. This guide covers how to find and access Horry County traffic court records online and in person.

Horry County Clerk of Court

The Horry County Clerk of Court provides judicial services for all Circuit Court and Family Court cases in the 15th Judicial Circuit. The main office is located at the Government and Justice Center, 1301 2nd Avenue, Conway, SC 29526. A branch office serves the Myrtle Beach area at 9630 Scipio Lane, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The main phone number is (843) 915-5080.

The Clerk handles juror summons, passport services, online court fee payments, and records requests for all case types. Background checks for third-party use are directed to www.sled.sc.gov. The Horry County Clerk of Court page on the county website describes all available services, office locations, and how to request records or make online payments.

The Horry County Clerk of Court page on the official county website details services available at both the Conway and Myrtle Beach branch office locations for traffic and court record access.

The Horry County Clerk of Court page at horrycounty.org provides links to online services including case payment options, public index search access, and office contact details for both Conway and Myrtle Beach locations.

Horry County Public Index Traffic Record Search

The 15th Judicial Circuit Public Index provides online access to Horry County court records. The index is searchable by case number, party name, filing date, or court type. It includes Circuit Court, Family Court, and Magistrate Court records. Case information shows party names, case status, and scheduled hearings. Some documents are available for viewing and download directly from the portal.

The Horry County Public Index via the SC Judicial Branch is accessible at publicindex.sccourts.org and requires JavaScript and cookies to be enabled in your browser. Pop-up blockers may need to be disabled to view full case details. The system is available around the clock except during scheduled maintenance. Sealed cases and juvenile matters are not accessible through the public index.

The Horry County website also provides a direct link to the public index search for residents and attorneys searching for case records within the 15th Circuit. For technical support or records assistance, contact the Horry County Clerk of Court at (843) 915-5080.

Note: The public index is updated nightly, so records for cases filed or updated the same day may not appear until the following business morning.

Horry County Magistrate Courts

Horry County operates multiple magistrate court locations throughout the county to serve residents in different geographic areas. Locations include Conway, Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Aynor, Loris, and Surfside Beach. Central Traffic Court is located at the Horry County Courthouse in Conway and handles countywide traffic cases. The Central Traffic Court phone number is (843) 915-5070.

Each magistrate office has specific hours and jurisdictional responsibilities within its designated area. Magistrate judges have countywide jurisdiction and may hear cases at any location within Horry County. Court dockets are published online and show scheduled cases, times, and locations for court sessions. Evening court sessions are available at select locations for traffic and criminal cases. The Horry County Magistrate Courts page lists all locations, phone numbers, and hours for each office.

Under South Carolina Code Title 22, Horry County magistrate courts have jurisdiction over traffic offenses subject to a fine up to $500 or up to 30 days in jail. The courts also conduct preliminary hearings, issue warrants, and handle civil matters up to $7,500. All Horry County magistrate courts coordinate case management and criminal prosecutions with the 15th Judicial Circuit Solicitor's Office.

Horry County Court Rosters and Dockets

Court rosters for Horry County show scheduled cases and hearing dates across all magistrate court locations. The rosters are typically updated daily with new case schedules. You can search for your court date by name or case number through the county's online system. Jury trial schedules are posted in advance for public viewing. Public access terminals are also available at the Government and Justice Center in Conway.

The Horry County Court Rosters page provides access to scheduled cases and hearing information through the county website. The page also includes the link to the state traffic ticket payment portal. Contact the specific court division for questions about individual case schedules. Court records are maintained electronically by the Clerk of Courts office and accessible through the online tools.

The SC Judicial Branch magistrate court overview explains how the summary court system works statewide and how Horry County traffic cases move through the process from citation to disposition. For general guidance on accessing South Carolina court records, the SC Judicial Branch website remains the primary official resource.

Looking Up Horry County Traffic Court Records

There are several ways to search Horry County traffic court records. Use the SC traffic ticket search on the SC Judicial Branch website for active magistrate court citations. For broader case searches, use the SC case records search or the Horry County Public Index directly at publicindex.sccourts.org/horry/publicindex/. All three tools are free and require a name, ticket number, or case number to search.

If your case is in a municipal court rather than county magistrate court, check the name of the issuing agency on your citation. Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, and Conway each operate municipal courts that handle violations issued by their city police departments. Municipal court records are kept separately from county magistrate court records and may not all appear in the statewide public index.

Certified copies of Horry County court records can be requested from the Clerk of Court in person at the Conway Government and Justice Center or the Myrtle Beach branch office. Mail requests are also accepted. Under South Carolina FOIA Title 30, most traffic court records are public and must be produced within 10 business days of a written request for records under two years old.

Note: Weapons of any type are not permitted on Horry County courthouse premises, including the Government and Justice Center in Conway.

Points and License Impact from Horry County Citations

A traffic conviction in any Horry County court is reported to the SC DMV. The DMV records the conviction and assigns points. Reckless driving carries six points. Speeding 10 to 25 mph over the limit carries four points. Lesser moving violations typically carry two points. Twelve or more points triggers a license suspension. Review the full point schedule on the SC DMV points system page.

Points are cut in half after one year and removed entirely after two years from the violation date. If you hold four or fewer points, the Traffic Education Program may help you avoid further consequences. The program costs $140 and is available only once per lifetime. Your driving record can be requested from the SC DMV driving records page for $6.00 in either a three-year or ten-year format. Under South Carolina Code Title 14, all magistrate court traffic convictions are forwarded to the DMV for entry into your driving record.

Cities in Horry County

Horry County includes several cities and communities, each of which may issue traffic citations through local police departments. Citations issued by city officers are typically handled in the applicable municipal court, while state and county citations go to the county magistrate court.

Myrtle Beach, Conway, Carolina Forest, and Socastee are among the most populated communities in Horry County. Myrtle Beach and Conway operate their own municipal courts for citations issued within city limits.

Nearby Counties

Horry County is part of the 15th Judicial Circuit with Georgetown County. It also borders Brunswick County in North Carolina to the north, Columbus County in North Carolina, and Marion, Dillon, and Columbus Counties in South Carolina. If your citation was issued near a county line, check the assigned court location on your ticket.

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