I would not recommend SUMTER COUNTY Family Court in cases of domestic abuse…read more My initial case was for an order of protection against my spouse. In retaliation, my spouse filed separate support and maintenance, claiming "irreconcilable differences." I had a valid counterclaim for divorce, custody, and support. I submitted substantial evidence to prove his allegations against me to be false/libel. Additionally, I provided that he was mentally ill, assaulting our children, and intentionally endangering their lives (kicking us out of our home) to gain the upper hand in the current custody pursuit. And you know what that judge did? He granted him temporary custody 2 weeks later, pending guardian ad litem. And you know what my spouse did the day he got that judge's signature? Had me arrested for the kidnapping he was on the scene committing. So I filed a cause to show contempt nearly two weeks ago, because law enforcement is no help for "civil matters." And you know what the court has done about the parental kidnapping and multiple violations of our protection orders? ABSOLUTELY NOTHING.

The Georgetown County Judicial Center is a beautiful and well managed courthouse. I have been…read moreimpressed every time I have visited here. They are easily accessible and I was able to do everything I needed to do. The staff here is very helpful and friendly and makes sure that you can find everything you need and are able to answer just about every question you may have. This is a really good courthouse.

For those who remember the old stucco faced courthouse here in Georgetown, SC and the dark and…read morenarrow halls and entrance, you are in for a treat in the new(er) courthouse, which is roughly 6-7 blocks away from the old one. First, though, this one is *NOT* called the courthouse, but as noted, it is now the Georgetown County Judicial Center and is located at 401 Cleland Street, Georgetown, SC 29440. This newer and much, much more modern facility has been opened for at least five (5) years.

According to the marker, "The first courthouse at this site was destroyed by fire March 19, 1806. A…read morelater building, thought to have been designed by architect Robert Mills, burned in 1866 and in 1873 was rebuilt. The subsequent courthouse, built 1903-1904, was in use until 1964 when the present structure was completed." This structuring houses the County Circuit Court of the 4th Judicial Circuit. It is a six-story brick, concrete, stone and glass structure. The roofline is flat. It's basically a big square cube with vertical stripes of windows and brick bands. As of 2023, there is still a Confederate Monument on the property. [Review 20974 overall - 1110 in South Carolina - 1959 of 2023.]

This review is only based on visiting the exterior as a landmark. The building has historical…read moresignificance to Darlington County, and the current building was built in 1964. There is a small square in front which looks like it could be used for small events. There is also a Conderate memorial here to check out. This winter visit was not the most colorful, but the building looks unique and distinctive to an era. It is still used for county government use.

Listed on the National Historical registry, the courthouse was completed in 1910 and is part of the…read moreManning Historic District. It experienced a major refurbishment and renovation in 2015 that included removing and repairing doors and windows. One set of the interior stairs were also demolished and replaced with an ADA compliant ramp. Clarendon County was formed in 1868, though the district has been redrawn and renamed several times since its days as a parish. The area first belonged to St. Mark Parish in 1757, followed by Camden District in 1769. The district was then named Clarendon County in 1785 before then becoming part of Sumter District (now ) in 1799. In 1855 the area became Clarendon District, and finally Clarendon County - again - in 1868. The building is in the Neo-Classical design and the red brick structure is the center of courthouse square, surrounded by one- and two-part commercial block buildings, many of them brick, that were constructed during the late Victorian and early twentieth century period. Early on a Saturday morning, the building was locked and secured so no tours. But the grounds are open and you can definitely take in the majesty of the courthouse. [Review 1857 of 2024 - 1136 in South Carolina - 22879 overall]

Judge Fallaw is a wonderful judge full of integrity and love for his community! You won't meet a…read morenicer man!

The present courthouse was built in 1885 , but was extensively alter in 1951 . It sits in the…read moremiddle of town and is a focal point of the old small town . I grew up here and spent many times walking here with my Dad , especially in the winter time when we would come and feed the squirrels pecans . The grounds have several monuments such as a tall monument for the Confederate Soldiers of Marlboro County who died during the Civil War . There is also another for all Veterans of the Military , like myself . Another for Palmer's Field which is where pilots were trained for World War I . There is also a plaque on one of the original steps of the oldest courthouse . The grounds are kept nice with lots of flowers and well cut grass . Several flag poles in front and historical markers . The courthouse is still used for county records , courts , and other government offices . Walking the halls is like going back in time .