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South Carolina Court Exhibit Requirements

A comprehensive guide to preparing exhibits for South Carolina courts under SCRCP Rule 16, including e-filing specifications via Odyssey File & Serve and formatting best practices.

South Carolina exhibit facts at a glance
  • South Carolina's primary exhibit rule is SCRCP Rule 16.
  • Plaintiffs label exhibits with P-1, P-2, P-3....
  • Defendants label exhibits with D-1, D-2, D-3....
  • The Odyssey File & Serve portal caps each document at 8 MB per doc / 40 MB per submission.
  • Exhibit exchange deadline is Per scheduling order.
  • Standard label position is the bottom-right corner of the first page; multi-page exhibits keep one number with per-page pagination ("Exhibit 1, p. 2 of 5").
  • Bates numbering (page-level production identifiers) is independent of exhibit numbering and runs across the entire production.
SCRCP Rule 16Odyssey File & Serve8 MB per doc / 40 MB per submission MaxPer scheduling order
Prepare South Carolina Exhibits

Quick Reference

Updated 2026-01-31
Primary Rule
SCRCP Rule 16
Size Limit

8 MB per doc / 40 MB per submission

Plaintiff

P-1, P-2, P-3...

Defendant

D-1, D-2, D-3...

Deadline

Per scheduling order

Applicable Rules & Citations

Primary Rule

SCRCP Rule 16

Exhibit lists required in pre-trial brief. Exchange deadline per scheduling order.

Formatting Requirements

SCRCP Rule 16

Sequential marking with party prefix. Pre-trial brief requirements.

E-Filing System

Odyssey File & Serve

Odyssey-based e-filing system. PDF format required. 25 MB per document.

Key Deadlines

Scheduling Orders

Exchange deadlines set by scheduling order. Varies by circuit.

Overview

South Carolina courts operate under SCRCP Rule 16 for exhibit requirements. Electronic filing is handled through Odyssey File & Serve with a maximum file size of 8 MB per doc / 40 MB per submission. Exhibits must be exchanged Per scheduling order.

Key principle: Always verify your specific court's local rules, as individual counties may have additional requirements beyond the statewide rules.

South Carolina Exhibit Conventions

  • 16 judicial circuits statewide
  • Charleston County Business Court
  • Maritime cases in coastal circuits
  • Greenville manufacturing disputes
  • Odyssey File & Serve e-filing

South Carolina Exhibit Marking

Standard Marking Conventions

Plaintiff Exhibits

P-1, P-2, P-3...

Defendant Exhibits

D-1, D-2, D-3...

Check Local Court Rules

Individual courts within South Carolina may have specific local rules regarding exhibit marking, numbering sequences, and formatting. Always verify with your specific court before filing.

Court-Specific Requirements

Richland County (Columbia)

State capital. Complex commercial cases.

Richland County Local Rules

Charleston County

Business Court. Maritime cases.

Charleston County Local Rules

Greenville County

Upstate hub. Manufacturing disputes.

Greenville County Local Rules

Odyssey File & Serve E-Filing Requirements

File Format & Size

Document Specifications

  • PDF format required for all filings
  • 8 MB per doc / 40 MB per submission maximum per file
  • Text-searchable PDFs recommended

Best Practices

  • Include bookmarks for multi-exhibit PDFs
  • No password protection
  • Clear, legible exhibit stamps

Common Rejection Reasons

File Size Exceeds 8 MB per doc / 40 MB per submission Limit

Solution: Split large exhibits into parts. Label clearly (e.g., "Exhibit 5, Part 1 of 3"). ExhibitPrep exports individual files to manage size limits.

Missing or Illegible Exhibit Stamps

Solution: Use consistent, clearly visible exhibit stamps on every page. ExhibitPrep places stamps in the same position on every page automatically.

Incorrect Exhibit Numbering

Solution: Verify plaintiff exhibits use P-1, P-2, P-3... and defendant exhibits use D-1, D-2, D-3.... ExhibitPrep auto-numbers exhibits sequentially.

Late Exhibit Exchange

Solution: South Carolina requires exchange Per scheduling order. Plan ahead and prepare exhibits early to avoid last-minute issues.

How ExhibitPrep Helps with South Carolina Requirements

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Court Compliant

South Carolina court-ready formatting. Export with bookmarks for organized filings.

ExhibitPrep Configuration for South Carolina Courts

Recommended Settings

Stamp Format

Use "Exhibit [number]" for plaintiffs or "Exhibit [letter]" for defendants. Include party designation if required by local rules.

Position

Bottom-right corner is standard. Ensure stamps don't obscure document content. Use drag-and-drop positioning to adjust if needed.

Export Format

Combined PDF with bookmarks for court filings. Keep files under 8 MB per doc / 40 MB per submission. Individual files for discovery productions or large exhibit sets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the exhibit requirements for South Carolina courts?

South Carolina courts require exhibits to follow SCRCP Rule 16. Exhibit lists required in pre-trial brief. Exchange deadline per scheduling order.

What e-filing system does South Carolina use?

South Carolina uses Odyssey File & Serve for electronic filings. Odyssey-based e-filing system. PDF format required. 25 MB per document.

How should plaintiff and defendant exhibits be marked in South Carolina?

In South Carolina, plaintiffs typically use P-1, P-2, P-3... while defendants use D-1, D-2, D-3.... Check local court rules for specific requirements.

What are the exhibit exchange deadlines in South Carolina?

South Carolina requires exhibit exchange Per scheduling order. Exchange deadlines set by scheduling order. Varies by circuit.

Are electronically stamped exhibits accepted in South Carolina?

Yes, South Carolina courts accept electronic exhibit stamps that are clearly legible and consistently formatted. ExhibitPrep creates court-ready stamps accepted throughout South Carolina.

What is the maximum file size for South Carolina e-filing?

South Carolina's e-filing system (Odyssey File & Serve) accepts files up to 8 MB per doc / 40 MB per submission. For larger exhibits, split into multiple parts with clear labeling.

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