Estate Planning & Probate in York County, South Carolina

There are two reasons people look up York County probate: to keep a family out of it, or to get a loved one's estate through it. Pick the path that fits, then work from the local Probate Court details.

The Probate Process in York County

Probate is the court-supervised process of settling someone's estate after they die — validating the will, paying debts and taxes, and transferring what's left to the heirs. In York County, probate runs through the Probate Court at 1675 York Highway (Moss Justice Center), 2nd Floor, York.

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Probate Court Record

Probate Court

York County

Address

1675 York Highway (Moss Justice Center), 2nd FloorYork, SC 29745

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Paper filing availableSelf-filing allowed
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Recording Deeds & Property Documents

Recording Office Record

Register of Deeds

York County · Clerk of Court and Register of Deeds · Angie M. Bryant

Address

Government Center, 6 South Congress StreetYork, SC 29745Mailing: P.O. Box 649, York, SC 29745

Fax

803-684-8560

Hours

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

E-recording

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$15 flat, regardless of page count; transfer tax may need separate review.

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Verified September 8, 2026 · Source

Local Procedures at the Probate Court

The court offers a self-help center. Staff can review paperwork for completeness and explain procedures, though they cannot provide legal advice.

"Instructions for Administering an Estate" document available on county website Call (803) 684-8513 or email probate2@yorkcountygov.com to schedule.

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