About the Court

About Greer Municipal Court

Greer Municipal Court is part of the statewide unified court system. Chief Municipal Judge Henry J. Mims is appointed by Greer City Council and Municipal Court Administrator Kirsten Pressley oversees the daily operation of the court and its staff.

Responsibilities

The Municipal Court is responsible for warrants, arraignments, and the adjudication of cases. In addition to hearing cases, The Chief Municipal Judge serves in a supervisory capacity over assistant judges and ministerial recorders.

Jurisdiction

The Municipal Court is one of limited jurisdiction, hearing only misdemeanor criminal cases, as well as traffic cases carrying a maximum fine and sentence of $500 or 30 days in jail, plus certain other cases as authorized by the South Carolina Legislature. The court has no civil jurisdiction; no lawsuits or non-criminal matters are heard. Appeals for decisions received from the court are accepted in circuit court.

Serving Our Citizens

The goal of the court is to provide a fair hearing for everyone. The opening of the City of Greer Police and Courts Complex in 2008 provided the community with a spacious and comfortable courtroom with state-of-the-art technology and improved access to the court. Friendly and helpful clerks and ministerial recorders are ready to help the public.

Schedule of Court Terms

Criminal & Traffic Court

Every Wednesday at:

  • 8 a.m.

  • 9 a.m.

  • 10 a.m.

  • 1:30 p.m.

  • 2 p.m.

  • 3 p.m.

Jury Trial Terms

One week per term with 5 to 6 terms per year.

Preliminary Hearings

The Greenville County 13th Circuit Solicitor's Office holds hearings once per month.

Fees

View the City of Greer Comprehensive Fee Schedule (PDF) for a complete listing of Municipal Court fees.

Contact Us

Kirsten Pressley
Municipal Court Administrator
Phone: 864-848-5374
Email Kirsten Pressley

Municipal Court

Physical Address View Map
100 S Main Street
Greer, SC 29650
Phone: 864-848-5374
Fax: 864-848-5377
Directions

Administrative Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Weekend Administrative Judge Hours
Friday
11 p.m. - 7 a.m.

Saturday
9 a.m. - Noon
6 - 11 p.m.

Sunday
9 a.m. - Noon
5 - 10 p.m.