York County Criminal Records and Arrest Information

York County criminal records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office, the Clerk of Court, and related agencies serving one of the fastest-growing counties in South Carolina. Searching York County criminal records gives access to booking documentation, arrest histories, court filings, and case dispositions for matters adjudicated through the 16th Judicial Circuit. The county seat is the city of York, and major population centers include Fort Mill and Rock Hill. This page provides a comprehensive overview of the agencies, online tools, and official procedures for locating criminal records in York County.

York County Sheriff's Office and Booking Records

The York County Sheriff's Office focuses on protecting life and property and reducing crime throughout the county. The department operates an extensive booking records system that documents arrests made by Sheriff's Office personnel throughout York County, including its major cities of Fort Mill and Rock Hill. The Sheriff's Office website at yorkcountysheriff.com provides public access to department information and online inmate search tools. The main justice facility is the Moss Justice Center located at 1675 1G York Highway, York, SC 29745.

The online inmate search at the Moss Justice Center provides a current jail roster with names, mugshots, sex, age, charges, booking date and time, bond information, and the name of the arresting agency. This tool is one of the most detailed public-facing booking databases available through a South Carolina county Sheriff's Office. Members of the public can use the online roster to verify whether an individual is currently in custody in York County and to review the charges associated with their booking.

The York County Sheriff's Office website provides access to the online inmate roster and other resources related to York County criminal records and booking information.

York County Clerk of Court

Angie Bryant serves as Clerk of Court for York County and can be reached by email at angie.bryant@yorkcountygov.com. The Clerk of Court office is located at the Moss Justice Center, 1675 1G York Highway, York, SC 29745, with a mailing address of PO Box 649, York, SC 29745. The main phone number is (803) 628-3036, and the fax is (803) 628-3133. The Clerk of Court maintains the official repository of all criminal court records filed in York County through the 16th Judicial Circuit.

York County criminal records available through the Clerk of Court include General Sessions case filings for felony offenses, Magistrate Court records for lower-level criminal matters, and all associated documentation generated during court proceedings. A standard records search costs $12, with additional copies priced at $3 each. These fees apply when requesting records directly from the York County Clerk of Court office. Under S.C. Code Ann. § 30-4-30, the office must respond to properly submitted FOIA requests within ten business days.

Certain records are protected from public release under S.C. Code Ann. § 30-4-40, including active investigative files and records sealed by court order. Most concluded criminal cases in York County produce documentation that is accessible to the public. Requesters should provide the full name of the subject, the case number if known, and the approximate timeframe of any relevant proceedings when submitting requests to the Clerk of Court.

York County Criminal Records Online Search

The South Carolina Judicial Branch Public Index for York County is available at publicindex.sccourts.org/york/. This free tool allows name and case number searches for criminal cases filed in York County courts, returning case numbers, charges, hearing information, and dispositions. The Public Index is the most accessible method for initial searches of York County criminal records without a visit to the Moss Justice Center.

The statewide case records search at sccourts.org provides access to York County records alongside all other South Carolina counties. When a broader multi-county search is needed, this statewide tool is the appropriate starting point. Both resources are maintained by the South Carolina Judicial Branch.

Visitation at Moss Justice Center

For those seeking to visit an individual held at the Moss Justice Center in York County, the visitation process involves specific requirements. Visitation request forms are required, and each list may include a maximum of six persons who must be age 17 or older. Visit slots are one hour in length, with a maximum of two visitors allowed simultaneously. All visitors must present a valid government-issued photo identification. Each inmate's visitor list may be edited once every 30 days. Visitation scheduling can be arranged by calling (803) 628-3083, selecting option 4, and then option 1.

These procedures apply to visitation at the York County detention facility and are subject to change based on facility operations. Contacting the Moss Justice Center directly before planning a visit is advisable to confirm current requirements and availability.

SLED Background Checks and York County Records

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division compiles statewide criminal history data from agencies across all 46 counties, including York County. Under S.C. Code Ann. § 23-3-120, law enforcement agencies and courts must report criminal history information to SLED. The SLED CATCH system at catch.sled.sc.gov provides online background checks for $25 per search as set out in S.C. Code Ann. § 23-3-115.

York County also participates in the Sex Offender Registry maintained by SLED at scor.sled.sc.gov. The York County Sheriff's Office collaborates with SLED on registry compliance, and the registry can be searched free of charge by name or geographic area. The York County Public Defender can be reached at (803) 628-3031 for matters involving defense representation in York County criminal cases. Expungement of qualifying York County criminal records may be sought under S.C. Code Ann. § 17-22-910. Juvenile records are sealed under S.C. Code Ann. § 63-19-2010.

Nearby Counties with Criminal Records

York County is located in the northern Piedmont region of South Carolina, near the North Carolina state line. The county's rapid growth means many residents have ties to neighboring jurisdictions where additional records may be found.

Counties bordering York County include Chester County, Lancaster County, and Spartanburg County. Each maintains its own Clerk of Court, Sheriff's Office records system, and Public Index through the South Carolina Judicial Branch. For a statewide search that covers York County and all neighboring jurisdictions simultaneously, the SLED CATCH system at catch.sled.sc.gov provides the most comprehensive option available to the public.