What happens if I disagree with the decision in a small claims court case?

If you disagree with the decision reached by the small claims court in South Carolina, you can appeal the decision. This is done by filing a Notice of Appeal with the court that issued the decision, within 30 days of the ruling. You must also pay an appeal fee of $150. The appeal will be heard by the Circuit Court in the same county where the small claims court was located. If the Circuit Court overturns the decision, it will issue a verdict with instructions on how to carry out the court’s decision. If you still disagree with the verdict, you can appeal it to the South Carolina Court of Appeals. You will need to submit a petition for review and a fee of $200. If the Court of Appeals decides that you have a valid case for appeal, it will set a date for oral arguments. Finally, if you still disagree with the ruling after the Court of Appeals hears your case, you may appeal to the South Carolina Supreme Court. You will need to submit a petition for certiorari and a fee of $300. The Supreme Court will review the lower court’s decision and issue a final ruling.

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