Marion County Court Records

In Marion County, court records refer to files, visuals, audio recordings, and films generated by Marion County courts as part of legal proceedings. These documents detail crucial case information like filing dates, case types, names of litigants, complaints/petitions, answers/responses, exhibits, motions, orders, and final judgments.

Marion County court records play a vital role in ensuring accountability and maintaining the integrity of the county's judiciary. Furthermore, they serve as proof of fairness and equity in legal prosecutions within the various courts in Marion County.

The Marion County Circuit and Chancery Clerk Offices are the official custodians of court records in Marion County; they make these documents accessible to interested individuals. Public members can access Marion County arrest records through Marion County court records, if such documents provide preliminary details during criminal case trials within the county.

Are Court Records Public in Marion County?

Yes, court records are public in Marion County. Title 25, Chapter 61 of the Mississippi Code Annotated grants individuals the right to view and copy public records, including Marion County court records. However, Mississippi Code § 9-1-38 and the Mississippi Public Records Act restrict public access to:

• Sealed or expunged records
• Judicial documents protected state or federal Statutes
• Law enforcement and court personnel information
• Victim and witness information
• Youth Court records
• Medical and mental health records
• Grand Jury Proceedings.

Marion County Court Records Search

Individuals seeking access to Marion County court records have several options. Searchers can access Marion County court records online through the Mississippi Electronic Courts (MEC) System or third-party websites. Inquirers can access Marion County court records through mail or in-person visits to the Marion County Circuit or Chancery Clerk Offices.

Marion County Courts

In Marion County, the trial system comprises several courts with varying jurisdictions over civil and criminal cases. The Marion County Circuit is the apex county-level court with general authority over civil and criminal trials. Nonetheless, it handles cases beyond the scope of authority of other local courts in the county. Other county-level courts within Marion County have limited jurisdiction over legal trials.

Public members can contact the various Marion County courts using the following contacts:

Marion County Circuit Court
Marion County Courthouse
250 Broad S6t, Suite 1,
Columbia,
MS 39429
Phone: (601) 736-8246
Fax: (601) 731-6344
Email: circuitclerk@marioncountyms.gov.

Marion County Chancery Court
Marion County Courthouse
250 Broad Street, Suite 2,
Columbia,
MS 39429
Phone: (601) 736-2691
Fax: (601) 444-0206

Marion County Youth Court
Marion County Courthouse
250 Broad S6t, Suite 2,
Columbia,
MS 39729
Phone: (601) 736-2220
Fax: (601) 736-4166

Marion County Justice Court
500 Courthouse Square, Suite 2,
Columbia,
MS 39429
Phone: (601) 736-2572
Fax: (601) 736-2580

Columbia Municipal Court
205 2nd Street,
Columbia,
MS 39429
Phone: (601) 736-4418
Fax: (601) 736-7066

Marion County Criminal and Civil Records

Marion County criminal and civil court records are accessible through the Mississippi Electronic Courts (MEC) System. This subscription-based portal provides access to Marion County Circuit and Chancery Courts case records.
Offline access to Marion County criminal and civil court records depends on the court handling the specific cases. For instance, records of civil and criminal trials are accessible through the Marion County Circuit Clerk's Office, and record seekers should mail or visit them at:

250 Broad Street, Suite 1,
Columbia,
MS 39429
Phone: (601) 736-8246
Fax: (601) 731-6344
Email: circuitclerk@marioncountyms.gov.

Seekers of case files on family law, juvenile, and probate cases should send mail requests or visit the Marion County Chancery Clerk's Office at:

250 Broad Street, Suite 2,
Columbia,
MS 39429
Phone: (601) 736-2691
Fax: (601) 444-0206
E-Mail: elisha@marioncountyms.gov

Information seekers may also access Marion County arrest records, conviction information, and case details such as filing dates, names of litigants, motions, court orders, and judgments through Marion County court records.

Marion County Marriage Records

Marion County marriage records are public, and several options are available for accessing them.
Individuals seeking copies of Marion marriage records should:

• Visit the Marriage Records Page on the Mississippi State Department of Health's website and order copies of Marion County marriage records. Alternatively, download and complete Marriage Records Application Forms and mail them with checks/money orders and government-issued photo identification to:

  Mississippi Vital Records
  P.O. Box 1700,
  Jackson,
  MS 39215-1700.

  The MSDH also permits walk-in requests through their Vital Records Office at:

  222 Marketridge Drive,
  Ridgeland,
  MS 39157

• Visit the Marion County Circuit Clerk's Marriage License Search Page and search for Marion County marriage licenses

• Visit or send mail requests through the Marion County Circuit Clerk's Office at:

  250 Broad Street, Suite 1,
  Columbia,
  MS 39429.

Marion County Divorce Records

Under the Mississippi Public Records Act, Marion County divorce records are public. However, the Marion County Chancery Clerk's Office redacts sensitive Information, such as details about minors and financial matters, to protect confidentiality.

Requesters can access Marion County divorce records online through the Mississippi Electronic Courts (MEC) system, or by calls, in-person visits, or mail requests through the Marion County Chancery Clerk's Office at:

250 Broad Street, Suite 2,
Columbia,
MS 39429
Phone: (601) 736-2691

Marion Birth Records

According to Mississippi laws, Marion County birth records are confidential documents accessible only to the owners of the records, their immediate families, and authorized legal representatives.

Marion County birth records are proof of identity and are crucial for obtaining essential documents, including passports, Social Security cards, driver's licenses, and school enrollment forms. They also establish their owners' eligibility for voting, employment in some critical sectors, and government benefits.

Individuals seeking copies of Marion County birth certificates should order them online through the Mississippi State Department of Health's Vital Records Division Birth Certificate Page, or mail completed Application Forms along with copies of valid government-issued photo identification and checks/money orders (to cover applicable costs) to:

Mississippi Vital Records
P.O. Box 1700,
Jackson,
MS 39215-1700.

For walk-in requests for Marion County birth records, visit the MSDH Vital Records Office at:

222 Marketridge Drive,
Ridgeland,
MS 39157.

Marion Death Records

According to Mississippi Code Ann. § 41-57-2, access to Marion County death records is limited to persons with legitimate and tangible interests, such as the deceased individual's spouse, parents listed on the death certificate, and legal representatives or guardians. However, Marion County death records become public 50 years from the date of death.

Marion County death records are official confirmation of death; they are legal documents for:

• Claiming life insurance, Social Security, and veterans' benefits
• Settling estates and executing Wills
• Planning public health policies
• Studying life expectancy.

For copies of Marion County death records, visit the Mississippi State Department of Health Vital Records Division's Death Certificate Page and order them through affiliate third-party links. As another option:

• Download and complete a Death Certificate Application Form
• Include a photocopy of a valid government-issued photo ID and a check/money order to cover applicable costs

• Mail the request to:

  Mississippi Vital Records
  P.O. Box 1700,
  Jackson,
  MS 39215-1700.

Walk-in requests for copies of Marion County death records are available through the MSDH Office at:

222 Marketridge Drive,
Ridgeland,
MS 39157.

Marion County Probate Court Records

In Marion County, the Chancery Clerk's Office is the custodian of probate court records. These include case files on guardianships, Will contests, escheats, trust administration, intestate successions, and conservatorships. To access Marion County probate court records, contact the Marion County Chancery Clerk's Office during office hours at:

250 Broad Street, Suite 2,
Columbia,
MS 39429
Phone: (601) 736-2691
Email: elisha@marioncountyms.gov.

Alternatively, register and log in to the Mississippi Electronic Case (MEC) system and use the search tools to look for Marion County probate adjudication records.

Marion County Property Records

Marion County property records include parcel numbers, deeds, building permits, zoning details, sales histories, and tax records. In Marion County, the Chancery Clerk's Office maintains property records such as deeds, mortgages, liens, and plat maps. Individuals seeking access to these documents should log in to the Marion County Online Records Search Portal, or visit or send mail requests to their Office at:

250 Broad Street, Suite 2,
Columbia,
MS 39429
Phone: (601) 736-2691
Email: elisha@marioncountyms.com

For Marion County property land tax and appraisal records, log in to the Marion County Online Records Search Portal and search for documents by names, addresses, or parcel numbers. Alternatively, call, mail, or visit the Marion County Tax Assessor/Collector Office at:

250 Broad Street, Suite 3,
Columbia,
MS 39429
Phone: (601) 731-3798 (Tax Assessor's Office), (601) 736-8256 (Tax Collector's Office)
Fax: (601) 731-2304
Email: taxcollector@marioncountyms.gov

Furthermore, Marion County Tax maps are accessible through the Marion County GIS Portal.

Marion County Court Records Online

Generally, members of the public can access court records online through the Mississippi Electronic Courts (MEC) System. Third-party websites may also provide quick and convenient access to documents. Private repositories like Mississippicourtrecords.us provide broad access to documents from various Mississippi courts through advanced search tools. However, while third-party websites offer quick and convenient ways to access documents, users should be aware of their limitations; these platforms are independent, and there is no guarantee of the reliability and accuracy of their content.