S.C. Code Regs. 12-502.4. Execution Books

A. Description: Record of all final civil processes received by the sheriff for executions against property to satisfy judgements issued from the court. Information includes kind of process, when lodged, name of parties, debt and interest, attorneys’ names, sheriff’s receipts, date of levy, plaintiff’s attorneys (Pre-1900 volumes may contain tax executions). B. Retention: (1) Pre-1921 volumes: Permanent. Microfilm optional. (2) Post-1920 volumes: 10 years, then destroy.