Oktibbeha County Arrest Records

Arrests in Oktibbeha County, Mississippi, occur when law enforcement officers detain persons suspected of committing crimes. Arrestees in Oktibbeha County are typically held at the Oktibbeha County Jail. The Okibbeha County Sheriff's Office maintains Oktibbeha County arrest records. These records are official records that contain detailed information on individuals who have been arrested for offenses committed within the county's jurisdiction. Arrest records in Oktibbeha County are closely linked to other public records, such as the Oktibbeha County Court Records. While court records provide additional details such as trial results, sentencing, and motions, arrest records generally contain the following information:

• Information of the arrestee: Name, gender, date of birth, physical description, and other identifying features.
• Details of the arrest: The arrest's date, time, and location.
• Name and department of the arresting officer: Identifies the law enforcement officer who made the arrest and the agency they represent.
• Location of detention: The facility where the arrestee is held (e.g., Oktibbeha County Jail).
• List of charges filed: A detailed account of the criminal charges brought against the individual.
• Bond information: If applicable, details of any bail or bond set, including the amount.
• Mugshot: A photograph of the individual taken during the booking process.
• Court hearing information: This is the date and location of the arrestee's scheduled court appearance.

Are Arrest Records Public in Oktibbeha County?

Under Mississippi law in § 25-61-5 of the Mississippi Code, Oktibbeha County arrest records are generally accessible to the public. The law states that providing access to public records is a duty of each public body. However, Mississippi law also imposes certain restrictions on access to records containing sensitive or exempt information, which may include:

• Records compiled in the process of detecting and investigating any alleged unlawful activity, the disclosure of which would harm the investigation.
• Privileged or expunged public records.
• Records that would disclose investigatory techniques and/or results of investigative techniques.
• Personal information of law enforcement personnel, court officers, and other judicial staff.
• Records that would deprive a person of a right to a fair trial or an impartial adjudication.
• Financial details of record subjects, such as bank accounts and Social Security numbers.

Since these records are public, Oktibbeha County residents can request them. To find arrest records in the county, record seekers can look through the Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Office Arrest webpage. However, parties may visit the Sheriff’s Office if the page proves unhelpful. The office is located at:

Oktibbeha County Sheriff's Office
111 Dr. Douglas L. Conner Drive
Starkville, MS 39759
Phone: (662) 323-2421
Fax: (662) 324-5680
Email: general@sheriff.oktibbeha.ms.us

Oktibbeha County Arrest Statistics

According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Crime Data Explorer, the Okibbeha County Sheriff's Office recorded 129 arrests in 2023. Of these, 15 were for Simple Assault, 30 for Driving Under the Influence (DUI), 25 for Drug or Narcotic Offenses, 4 for Larceny, 9 for Disorderly Conduct, and 7 for Aggravated Assault. Additionally, 29 arrests were categorized as “All Other Offenses”. Most of those arrested were men, with 225 men and 63 women taken into custody.

Find Oktibbeha County Arrest Records

The Records Division of the Sheriff’s Office handles requests for arrest records in Oktibbeha County. Interested persons may request these records in person, by mail to the Okibbeha County Sheriff's Office, or online. Interested parties can find the Sheriff’s Office at:

Oktibbeha County Sheriff's Office
111 Dr. Douglas L. Conner Drive
Starkville, MS 39759
Phone: (662) 323-2421
Fax: (662) 324-5680
Email: general@sheriff.oktibbeha.ms.us

Alternatively, the Mississippi Department of Corrections maintains an inmate database that can be searched using the arrestee’s name or ID number. The database provides details such as the inmate's full name or alias, birthdate, nationality, gender, criminal charges, incarceration date, expected release date, and mugshot.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

Under Mississippi Law, arrest records can remain on an individual’s record indefinitely unless they meet the criteria for expungement. Individuals convicted of a felony may be eligible for expungement five years after completing their sentence and paying all fines, provided the felony is not on a list of disqualifying offenses. A person is eligible for expungement of only one felony conviction under Mississippi Law (§ 99-19-71). If an individual is convicted of a misdemeanor (excluding traffic violations) and is a first-time offender, they may petition the court to expunge the conviction from public records.

An expungement order restores the individual to their legal status before the arrest or conviction. However, a non-public record of the expunged case may be retained for law enforcement purposes.

Oktibbeha County Arrest Warrants

Oktibbeha County arrest warrants are court-issued orders that authorize the arrest and detention of an individual suspected of committing a criminal offense within the jurisdiction. These warrants are typically issued by a judge or magistrate and are executed by law enforcement officers.

An arrest warrant in Oktibbeha County will typically include key details such as the name of the person to be arrested, the alleged crime or offense, the issuing authority (judge or magistrate), the warrant number, the bond amount, and the date of issuance. It may also detail the specific charges and the instructions for law enforcement to arrest the individual. The warrant may also indicate a particular frame of time during which the warrant is valid. To find active arrest warrants in Oktibbeha County, individuals can visit the county sheriff's office or search online.

Do Oktibbeha County Arrest Warrants Expire?

In Oktibbeha County, arrest warrants remain in effect indefinitely unless one of the following actions is taken: the individual named in the warrant is apprehended, the judge or magistrate who issued the warrant withdraws it, or the charges against the individual are dismissed.

However, Oktibbeha County residents can check the Sheriff’s Office webpage to know if an arrest warrant is still active. Alternatively, they can visit the office at:

Oktibbeha County Sheriff's Office
111 Dr. Douglas L. Conner Drive
Starkville, MS 39759
Phone: (662) 323-2421
Fax: (662) 324-5680
Email: general@sheriff.oktibbeha.ms.us