Union County, South Carolina Public Records

Mugshots and booking photos in Union County, South Carolina, are typically available through the Union County Sheriff's Office. You can request these records directly from their office, or check their official website for any online portal that might provide access to booking photos. Keep in mind that availability may vary based on privacy laws and the status of the case.

To obtain a criminal background check in Union County, South Carolina, you should contact the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED). SLED provides statewide criminal background checks, which include records from Union County. You can request a background check online through the SLED CATCH portal or visit the Sheriff's Office for guidance on local procedures.

To look up sex offenders in Union County, South Carolina, you can use the South Carolina Sex Offender Registry, managed by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED). This online registry allows you to search for registered sex offenders by name, address, or geographic location within Union County. The registry provides detailed information about offenders, including their current status and any restrictions.

You can register to vote in Union County through the South Carolina online registration system at www.scvotes.gov, by mailing a completed voter registration application to the Union County Board of Voter Registration and Elections at 210 West Main Street, Union, SC 29379, or by registering in person at the elections office or DMV. You must register at least 30 days before any election in which you wish to vote. South Carolina requires you to be a US citizen, at least 18 years old by election day, and a resident of South Carolina and the area. The elections office at (864) 429-1620 can answer questions about absentee voting options for qualified voters.

Property records in Union County are maintained by the Union County Register of Deeds office at 210 West Main Street, Union, SC 29379, phone (864) 429-1619. You can search recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and plats through the county's online system accessible at www.unioncountysc.org, though some advanced features may require registration or fees. For property tax assessments, parcel information, and GIS mapping, visit the local Assessor's online portal, which offers free searching by owner name, address, or parcel number. For certified copies of recorded documents, you must contact the Register of Deeds office directly and pay applicable fees.

Birth and death certificates for events occurring in Union County must be requested from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), Division of Vital Records, which maintains all state vital records. You can order certified copies in person at 2600 Bull Street, Columbia, SC 29201, by mail, or online through VitalChek at www.scdhec.gov/vitalrecords. The fee is $12 for the first copy and $3 for each additional copy of the same record. Processing takes approximately 3-5 business days for in-person requests and 2-3 weeks for mail orders, with expedited service available online for additional fees.

To search for registered business entities such as corporations and LLCs, use the South Carolina Secretary of State's free online database at www.scsos.com/Business_Filings. For local business licenses issued by Union County for operations in unincorporated areas, contact the Union County Treasurer's Office at (864) 429-1621, located at 210 West Main Street, Union, SC 29379. Fictitious name (DBA) registrations are filed with the Union County Clerk of Court and can be searched by visiting or calling (864) 429-1615. Businesses operating within the City of Union require separate city business licenses from Union City Hall at (864) 429-1700.