Tega Cay People Search
Tega Cay people search tools let you find public records for residents of this lakeside city in York County, South Carolina. Tega Cay sits on a peninsula along Lake Wylie, near the North Carolina border. The city has about 12,000 residents. Public records for Tega Cay go through the York County court system and county sheriff's office. State tools like SLED CATCH and the sex offender registry also cover the area. Several databases give you ways to look up a person or check records in Tega Cay at no cost or for a small fee.
Tega Cay Detainee Records
The York County Sheriff's Office runs an online detainee roster that covers all of York County, including Tega Cay. The roster shows people held at the York County Detention Center. Data includes full name, booking date and time, city, state, ZIP code, race, sex, height, weight, and age. Each record has a booking number, bond amount, and a list of charges.
Arresting agencies in the system include the Tega Cay Police Department, Rock Hill Police Department, York County Sheriff's Office, and Fort Mill Police Department. Charges range from assault on a police officer and failure to appear to drug possession and trespassing. Bond amounts vary from $0 to over $20,000 based on the charges. The roster shows real-time data with timestamps down to the minute. Only current detainees appear, not historical records. View the roster at yorkcountysheriff.com/236/Current-Detainees.
Note: The detainee roster only shows people who are currently held, so check back often if you do not see a recent booking right away.
People Search Through Tega Cay FOIA
York County handles FOIA requests through an online form. Requests must be specific. Vague requests may be delayed or denied. The county follows standard state timelines. Standard requests get a response within 10 working days. Records are produced within 30 calendar days. For records older than two years, the response window is 20 days and production takes up to 35 calendar days. Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays do not count.
York County follows the Family Privacy Protection Act of 2002. Under S.C. Code Section 30-2-50, no one may use public records for commercial solicitation aimed at any person in South Carolina. Penalties include a fine up to $500 and up to one year in jail. The York County FOIA Division can be reached at 803-628-3954. Submit your request through the online portal at yorkcountygov.com/foia.
The FOIA statute page on the South Carolina Legislature website is shown here.
The full text of the FOIA law covers every public body in the state, including Tega Cay city offices.
Tega Cay Court Records Search
Tega Cay falls under the York County court system. The York County Clerk of Court handles civil, criminal, and family court cases. You can reach the office at 803-628-3036. Family court matters go through 803-909-7100. Common pleas civil cases have their own line at 803-684-8507. General sessions criminal matters use the main clerk number.
The South Carolina Judicial Branch Public Index lets you search court cases by name, case number, or filing date. It covers York County courts, including cases with Tega Cay residents. Civil, criminal, family, and probate records are all in the system. Basic case information is free. Home addresses no longer show on the public index as of January 2026 due to privacy changes. Sealed records, juvenile cases, and adoption files are not available online.
York County also has multiple magistrate courts. Bond court is at 803-628-3095. Fort Mill magistrate is at 803-547-5572. Rock Hill magistrate can be reached at 803-909-7600. These courts handle smaller civil claims, traffic matters, and criminal preliminary hearings for people in the Tega Cay area.
Note: Contact the Clerk of Court directly if you need certified copies or records that are not available through the online index.
State Tools for Tega Cay People Search
SLED CATCH lets you run a criminal history check on any person in South Carolina, including Tega Cay residents. The cost is $25 per search. You need the person's last name, first name, and date of birth. An optional Social Security Number can narrow results. The search only covers South Carolina records. It does not include federal or out-of-state arrests. Run a search at catch.sled.sc.gov.
The sex offender registry at scor.sled.sc.gov is a free tool run by SLED. Search by name or ZIP code to find offenders near any Tega Cay address. The SORT system shows photos, aliases, and a map of each offender's home. Sign up for email alerts tied to your ZIP code. SLED tracks over 10,000 active offenders statewide. Using registry data to harass anyone is a misdemeanor under South Carolina law, with increased fines and jail time.
The SCDC inmate search covers people from Tega Cay who are in state prison. Search by name or SCDC number. Results include the inmate's photo, location, charges, sentence, and release date. The tool is free at public.doc.state.sc.us.
The SCDC inmate search portal is shown below.
The Department of Corrections has its main office at 4444 Broad River Road in Columbia.
Tega Cay Property and Vital Records
York County property records link people to addresses in Tega Cay. The county assessor handles property valuations and can be reached at 803-684-8526. The Register of Deeds at 803-684-8510 records all deeds, mortgages, and liens. GIS data is managed at 803-902-2970 for parcel maps and property boundaries. These records are public and help tie a person to a specific address in Tega Cay.
The York County Probate Court at 803-684-8513 manages estates, guardianships, and marriage licenses. Wills, estate distributions, and conservatorships all go through this court. Marriage license copies can be obtained from the probate office.
State vital records come from the South Carolina Department of Public Health. Birth and death records go back to 1915. Marriage records cover 1950 to 2021. Divorce records span 1962 to 2014. Birth certificates are $12 for the first copy. Death certificates cost the same. Birth records become public after 100 years. Death records open after 50 years. Order through VitalChek or by mail to 2600 Bull Street in Columbia. Learn more at dph.sc.gov/public/vital-records.
- York County Assessor for property valuations at 803-684-8526
- Register of Deeds for land documents at 803-684-8510
- Probate Court for estates and marriage at 803-684-8513
- State vital records from DPH for birth and death data
- GIS mapping for parcel and boundary data at 803-902-2970
Tega Cay and York County Government
York County is one of the fastest growing counties in South Carolina. Tega Cay is one of several cities in the county, along with Rock Hill, Fort Mill, York, Clover, and others. The York County Council runs a meeting portal at yorkcountysc.iqm2.com where you can view agendas, minutes, and watch recorded meetings. This portal shows ordinances and resolutions that may affect people search policies or public records access in Tega Cay.
The York County government staff directory is searchable by name and department. Key contacts for records research include the Clerk of Court, Register of Deeds, Probate Court, and the FOIA Division at 803-628-3954. The public information manager, Greg Suskin, can be reached at 803-620-2015 for media and records inquiries.
The South Carolina Code of Laws provides the legal framework for all public records access in Tega Cay.
Browse the full South Carolina Code of Laws for statutes on public records, court procedures, and law enforcement.
York County People Search
Tega Cay is part of York County. The county keeps its own court records, property files, and inmate data. For a wider search that covers all of York County, visit the county people search page.
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