5th Circuit Solicitor's Office, SC

Day after Thanksgiving – Courthouse closed
2026-11-27 | SC

Thanksgiving Day – Courthouse closed
2026-11-26 | SC

Labor Day – Courthouse closed
2026-09-07 | SC

Independence Day – Courthouse closed
2026-07-03 | SC
Observed Friday, July 3

Juneteenth – Courthouse closed
2026-06-19 | SC

Memorial Day – Courthouse closed
2026-05-25 | SC

Good Friday – Courthouse closed
2026-04-03 | SC

First Appearances
2026-02-27, 2026-01-30 | Richland County Courthouse, 1701 Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States

Second Appearances
2026-02-26 | Richland County Courthouse, 1701 Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States

Expungement and Pardon Workshop
2026-02-21 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Oak Grove Baptist Church, 1063 Old Two Notch Road, Elgin, SC, 29045, United States
Representative Hamilton R. Grant, District 79, is hosting an Expungement and Pardon Workshop featuring two 30-minute sessions, followed by a Q&A.
Agenda

Session I

Pardons – South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services

Session II

Expungements – Fifth Judicial Circuit Solicitor’s Office

Q&A

Applications will be available for individuals interested in clearing prior criminal convictions from their records. Staff from the Fifth Judicial Circuit will guide you through the application process. They will not access criminal records during the event, but will follow up with applicants afterward, as criminal records are confidential.
This event is open to the public.
Register for the Workshop

Presidents' Day – Courthouse closed
2026-02-16 | SC

Second Appearances
2026-01-29 | Richland County Courthouse, 1701 Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
View the January second appearance docket for Richland County.

Record Expungement Fair
2026-01-19 08:30 - 13:00 | Brookland Baptist Church, 1066 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC, 29169, United States
Is a criminal record affecting your ability to get employment, housing, or public benefits? Meet one-on-one with an attorney to remove South Carolina charges from eligible records, or just come by to ask questions.
Agenda

8:30–9 a.m.: Check-in and intake
9–10 a.m.: Expungement and pardon presentation
10 a.m.–1 p.m.: Expungement and eligibility processing

Register for the Fair

Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Courthouse closed
2026-01-19 | SC

New Year's Day – Courthouse closed
2026-01-01 | SC

Day after Christmas - Courthouse closed
2025-12-26 | SC

Christmas Day - Courthouse closed
2025-12-25 | SC

Christmas Eve - Courthouse closed
2025-12-24 | SC

1st Appearances
2025-12-19 | Richland County Courthouse, 1701 Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
View the December first appearance docket for Richland County.

2nd Appearances
2025-12-18, 2025-11-20 | Richland County Courthouse, 1701 Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States

Day after Thanksgiving - Courthouse closed
2025-11-28 | SC

Thanksgiving Day - Courthouse closed
2025-11-27 | SC

1st Appearances
2025-11-21, 2025-09-26 | Richland County Courthouse, 1701 Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States

Expungement and Pardon Seminar
2025-11-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Greenview Park, 6700 David Street, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
Learn about expungements and pardons at an event hosted by the Omicron Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., in partnership with the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation.
An expungement removes the record of an arrest or qualifying conviction from your record, so it no longer shows up on your criminal history.
This workshop features presentations by:

The Fifth Judicial Circuit Solicitor’s Office
The Eleventh Judicial Circuit Solicitor’s Office
The South Carolina Department of Probation, Pardon, and Parole

Details

Masks are encouraged.
Light refreshments will be provided.

Driver's License Reinstatement Clinic
2025-11-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Benedict College Business Development Center, 2601 Read Street, Columbia, SC, 29204, United States
Get help from legal professionals and community partners to restore your driver’s license and resolve past legal issues — all in one place. Take the first step toward rebuilding stability and creating new opportunities for your future.
What to Expect
Driver’s License Reinstatement Clinic

Assistance lifting suspensions for unpaid traffic tickets that are two years or older; DUI and DUAC cases excluded. (Richland County only)

Expungement and Pardon Support

Learn about record-clearing options and eligibility.

Bench Warrant Resolutions

Resolve nonviolent general sessions bench warrants without the risk of arrest. Participants can schedule a new court date and connect with a public defender. Magistrate court and Summary BWFTA cases are excluded. (Richland County only)

RAP Sheets & Driving Records

Attorney volunteers will be available on-site to review records and answer questions. Pay what you can to obtain your RAP sheet ($25) or driving record ($10) onsite; cash only.

Community Resources

Connect with local organizations offering additional legal and support services.

Questions? We’re here to help.
Phone: (803) 250-1772 | Email: clinics@rainydayfund.us

Veterans Day – Courthouse closed
2025-11-11 | SC

Veterans Day - Courthouse closed
2025-11-11 | SC
