FAQs • York County, SC • CivicEngage

Can I record a certified copy of a document?: We accept certified copies of Powers of Attorney filed in another office, Articles of Incorporation, and Death Certificates. All other documents must be original documents with original signatures.

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Register of Deeds

1. Is there a cut off time for recording documents?: E-recording received after 4:00pm will be reviewed, recorded and indexed the following business day. Walk in documents received after 4:30pm will be reviewed, recorded and indexed the following business day.

2. Where can I go to receive legal advice?: We always suggest that you speak with an attorney concerning legal questions. The South Carolina Bar Association offers a variety of legal resources and education events for the public. In addition, they provide a free online question service for qualified individuals. Visit the South Carolina Bar Association website for more information.

3. What if there is a problem on my credit report?: The ROD office does not report information to the credit bureaus. If there is a problem on your credit report you will need to contact the credit bureaus to resolve the issue:
Equifax - 1-888-202-4025
Experian - 1-888-397-3742
Transunion - 1-855-681-3196

4. Can I mail in my document for recording?: Yes, we accept documents by mail. Include a cover letter with your name and phone number in case we need to contact you, a self-addressed stamped envelope so we can return the document to you, and a check made payable to York County Register of Deeds for recording fees. If you have question about the amount to put on the check see our recording requirements and fee schedule located on the Recording Information page.

5. Can I get blank forms at the ROD?: To view the forms we have available, visit our Forms page. We are unable to help complete forms or offer legal advice. We suggest that you contact an attorney for any legal needs.

6. What if I find an error in the records?: We appreciate your help in finding errors in our public records and making us aware of them. Some errors we are able to correct and some may require documents to be re-recorded to correct. We have done our best to prevent errors but occasionally one slips by. Please email us and we fix the problem as soon as possible.

7. Will I get my original document back?: Yes, we no longer keep a paper copy of the documents. We will scan your document after recording and return the original to you the next business day. Please include a self-addressed stamped envelope so we can return the documents to you.

8. Can I record a certified copy of a document?: We accept certified copies of Powers of Attorney filed in another office, Articles of Incorporation, and Death Certificates. All other documents must be original documents with original signatures.

9. Can I look up documents online?: Yes, all documents recorded after July 1982 are available online. To look up documents online, click on Land Record Search link on the Register of Deeds Home Page.

10. What documents can I look up at the ROD?: The Register of Deeds records deeds, mortgages, powers of attorney, plats, easements, mechanics liens, state and federal tax liens, mortgage satisfactions and other documents pertaining to real estate.

11. What form of payment is accepted and what are the recording fees for documents?: We accept cash, check or money order. Checks and money orders should be made out to the York County Register of Deeds. Please see fee schedule located in Recording Information for exact fee information.

12. Where can I get a marriage license or copy of marriage certificate?: Contact the Probate Court Office 803-684-8513
Located in the York County Courthouse
2 South Congress Street
York, SC 29745

13. Where can I get a copy of a birth or death certificate?: Contact the SC Department of Health & Environmental Services (DHEC) 803-909-7300
York County Complex
1070 Heckle Blvd.
Rock Hill, SC 29730

14. Who do I contact regarding criminal charges on my record?: Clerk of Court General Sessions Division (803)628-3036
Moss Justice Center
1675 York Highway
York, SC 29745

15. Who do I contact regarding a civil case, judgement, or lis pendens?: Clerk of Court Common Pleas Division (803)684-8507
York County Courthouse
2 South Congress Street
York, SC 29745

16. Who do I contact regarding child support, adoptions, or divorce?: Clerk of Court Family Court Division (803)909-7100
York County Complex
1070 Heckle Blvd
Rock Hill, SC 29730

17. Who do I contact regarding a traffic ticket?: If your ticket was written by a Highway Patrol or Sheriff's officer contact the Magistrate Office. If your ticket was written by a city (municipal) police officer, contact that municipalities' city court.