Municipal Court

Kiawah's Municipal Court, one of about 200 across South Carolina, was established in 1996, shortly after the Town of Kiawah Island was created. It's geographic jurisdiction encompasses all of Kiawah Island and the Kiawah Island Parkway from the main gate to the intersection at Betsy Kerrison Parkway. As part of the unified judicial system in South Carolina, it hears and determines offenses of a criminal nature which may be subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 30 days as well as cases arising under the ordinances of the municipality. It does not have jurisdiction over civil cases. The Kiawah Island Municipal Judge is appointed by the Mayor and Council for a term of 4 years. A Municipal Judge has many of the same powers as judges in higher state courts including the issuance of arrest warrants and contempt of court citations.

Municipal Court sessions are currently scheduled every other Thursday at 10:00 am at Town Hall. They are open to the public, of course, and visitors are welcome. Also the Court has issued a brochure setting forth The Rules of Practice and Procedure in Municipal Court which is required reading for all defendants. However, it is also recommended reading for all property owners who have an interest in our judicial system. You can obtain a copy at Town Hall from the Clerk of Court.

C. Gregory Brown
Town of Kiawah Island
Municipal Judge

2004 - Year End report on Kiawah Island Municipal Court Activity and Sheriff's Deputy Traffic Contacts

2005 - Year End report on Kiawah Island Municipal Court Activity and Sheriff's Deputy Traffic Contacts

2006 - Year End report on Kiawah Island Municipal Court Activity and Sheriff's Deputy Traffic Contacts

Court Jottings

• 1999-2003 Court Statistics
• Non-Resident Violator Compact
• Kiawah Island Speed Limits
• Underage Alcohol Possession