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    Itawamba County, Mississippi is served by a multi-tiered court system that generates and preserves official records across criminal, civil, family, and probate matters. Those records include motions, decrees, judicial orders, evidence statements, depositions, and other documents produced throughout the life of a case. The Itawamba County Courthouse in Fulton is the central hub for most court functions, and the county's elected clerks are the primary record keepers. Whether you're doing legal research, verifying your own history, or tracing family records, the first step is knowing which office holds the type of record you need and what procedures apply.

    In Mississippi, court records can be located through clerk offices at the courthouse, public access terminals, and online platforms maintained by the state judiciary. MississippiCourts.us is a useful reference for identifying publicly available case information across the state's court system. The Mississippi Electronic Courts platform also provides online access to certain filed documents for registered users.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Itawamba County?

    Itawamba County's court structure consists of several distinct courts, each with its own jurisdiction and record-keeping responsibilities. Before requesting records, figure out which court handled the case in question — that single step will save you time and unnecessary calls.

    Itawamba County Courts — Locations and Contact Information:

    CourtAddressPhoneFax
    Circuit Court201 W. Main St., Fulton, MS 38843(662) 862-3511(662) 862-4006
    Chancery Court201 W. Main St., P.O. Box 776, Fulton, MS 38843(662) 862-3931(662) 862-3931
    Youth Court201 W. Main St., P.O. Box 776, Fulton, MS 38843(662) 862-3421(662) 862-3421
    Justice Court104 Joe Staub Rd., P.O. Box 1460, Fulton, MS 38843(662) 862-4315(662) 862-5805
    Fulton Municipal Court213 W. Wiygul St., Fulton, MS 38843(662) 862-4929—
    Mantachie Municipal CourtP.O. Box 70, Mantachie, MS 38855(662) 282-7949(662) 282-4296

    Itawamba County is part of Mississippi's First Circuit Court District, which serves Alcorn, Itawamba, Lee, Monroe, Pontotoc, Prentiss, and Tishomingo Counties.

    For online case searches, the Mississippi Electronic Courts (MEC) platform provides subscriber-based access to electronically filed court documents. You can search for cases by party name or case number after setting up an account. For technical support or questions, contact the MEC helpdesk at helpdesk@mec.ms.gov or call (601) 576-4650.

    The Itawamba County Online Records Portal (DuProcess) also provides internet access to the index of Itawamba County land records and certain chancery court records maintained by the Chancery Clerk's office, for a fee.

    Are Court Records Public in Itawamba County?

    The Mississippi Public Records Act (Miss. Code Ann. § 25-61-1) establishes that court records are generally public information, accessible to any member of the public upon request. Courts and record custodians must allow inspection and copying of non-exempt records. If only part of a document qualifies for an exemption, the non-exempt portions must still be released after redaction.

    The following categories of records are commonly exempt from public disclosure:

    • Juvenile and Youth Court records
    • Medical records and mental health information
    • Records protected by attorney-client privilege
    • Arrest records involving minors
    • Personnel files whose release would constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy
    • Sealed or expunged criminal records
    • Active law enforcement investigative records

    Public records requests in Itawamba County can be submitted to the Chancery Clerk's office, which administers the county's formal public records request procedure. Complete the Itawamba County Public Records Request Form and submit it to the Office of the Itawamba County Chancery Clerk, 201 W. Main St., Fulton, MS 38843. Requests may be mailed, hand-delivered, sent via email, or submitted by fax. All requests are answered within seven days under the Mississippi Public Records Act.

    Itawamba County Criminal Court Records

    Criminal matters in Itawamba County are handled at different court levels depending on the severity of the charge.

    Circuit Court has jurisdiction over felony cases and more serious misdemeanor prosecutions. The Itawamba County Circuit Court Clerk maintains a general court docket recording all party names, pleas, indictments, records from lower courts on appeal, and other related papers. Ceburn Gray currently serves as Circuit Clerk, with office contact at (662) 862-3511.

    Justice Court handles misdemeanor criminal cases and preliminary hearings, with the authority to set bonds and issue search and arrest warrants. Criminal court sessions are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The Justice Court is located at 104 Joe Staub Road, Fulton, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Sheriff's Office — Arrest Records and Background Checks:

    The Itawamba County Sheriff's Department is the primary law enforcement agency for the county and maintains arrest records.

    Sheriff's Office
    Address: Administrative offices at the Itawamba County Courthouse complex, Fulton, MS 38843
    Administrative Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

    Sheriff's Office Record Fees:

    • Accident/Incident reports: $20.00 (non-residents)
    • Fingerprinting: $10.00
    • Local background checks: Free for county residents; $5.00 cash for non-residents (in-person only with valid ID, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.)

    Criminal records may also be searched through the Mississippi Electronic Courts platform for courts that have implemented electronic filing. The MEC system covers Itawamba County's Chancery Court documents through the subscriber-based PAMEC digital portal.

    Itawamba County Civil Court Records

    Civil cases in Itawamba County are distributed across multiple courts based on the type and size of the claim.

    • Circuit Court handles civil disputes generally involving larger monetary amounts, as well as appeals from lower courts.
    • Chancery Court covers equity matters, land disputes, domestic relations, and other civil proceedings governed by equity principles.
    • Justice Court hears civil actions with claims under $3,500.00. Civil court sessions are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month.

    Requesting Civil Court Records:

    • Identify the case type and determine whether it was filed in Circuit, Chancery, or Justice Court.
    • Contact the appropriate clerk: Circuit Clerk at (662) 862-3511 or Chancery Clerk at (662) 862-3931.
    • Provide case details such as party names, case numbers, and filing dates.
    • Visit in person at the Itawamba County Courthouse, 201 W. Main St., Fulton, MS 38843, or submit a written request by mail.
    • Pay applicable copy and search fees before records are released.

    The Itawamba County Chancery Clerk also maintains land records, board of supervisors minutes, federal tax liens, and power of attorney records, which are searchable through the county's Online Records Portal.

    Chancery Clerk Recording Fees:

    • Deeds, Deeds of Trust, Powers of Attorney, and instruments not requiring attachment: $26 for the first 5 pages, plus $1 for each additional page
    • Releases, Modifications, and instruments requiring attachment: $27 per instrument number attached

    Itawamba County Family Court Records

    Family law matters in Itawamba County fall primarily under the jurisdiction of the Chancery Court, which handles divorce proceedings, custody disputes, adoptions, guardianships, and other domestic relations cases. Mississippi's Chancery Court has broad equity jurisdiction that encompasses the full range of family law proceedings.

    Divorce Records

    Divorce records are public information in Mississippi. Certified divorce records from Itawamba County may be obtained from two sources:

    To request a divorce record from the Chancery Clerk, contact the office in person or by mail at 201 W. Main St., Fulton, MS 38843. Phone inquiries can be directed to (662) 862-3931. Provide the names of the parties and the approximate date of the divorce to help staff locate the record.

    Marriage Records

    Marriage records in Itawamba County are maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk, who issues marriage licenses, and by the Mississippi Vital Records Office at the state level. Although marriage records are generally public, certified copies are restricted to the couple named, their immediate family, or legal representatives.

    To request a marriage record, complete either the Marriage Record Application (English) or Spanish version and submit it with a valid photo ID and payment to:

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

    Or in person at: 222 Marketridge Drive, Ridgeland, MS (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.)

    Marriage record fees: $17.00 (non-refundable search fee, includes one copy); $6.00 for each additional copy ordered at the same time. Mail payments should be in the form of a personal check, bank or postal money order, or cashier's check payable to Mississippi Vital Records.

    Adoption, Guardianship, and Custody Matters

    Adoptions, guardianships, conservatorships, and custody matters are all handled through the Chancery Court. Records from these proceedings may be subject to confidentiality restrictions — adoption records in particular are sealed under Mississippi law, and access generally requires a court order. Contact the Chancery Clerk at (662) 862-3931 for guidance on what documentation is needed for specific record types.

    Birth and Death Records

    Birth records are confidential under Mississippi law and available only to the subject, immediate family, or legal representatives. To request a certified birth certificate, complete the Birth Certificate Application (English) or Spanish version and submit it with a photo ID copy and payment to Mississippi Vital Records. Fees are $17.00 for the first copy and $6.00 for each additional copy. Cash and cards are accepted in person; checks or money orders are required for mail requests.

    Death records are accessible to immediate family and those with a demonstrable legal interest. The Vital Records Office processes death certificate requests with the same $17.00 / $6.00 fee structure. For questions, call MSDH Vital Records at (601) 206-8200.

    Itawamba County Probate Court Records

    Probate proceedings in Itawamba County are administered through the Chancery Court, and records are maintained by the Itawamba County Chancery Clerk. Those records cover estate administration, will proceedings, guardianships, conservatorships, and adoptions.

    Types of probate matters handled by the Chancery Court:

    • Administration of decedents' estates (testate and intestate)
    • Will filings and contests
    • Guardianships for minors and incapacitated adults
    • Conservatorships
    • Adoptions
    • Land disputes with probate implications

    How to Request Probate Records:

    • Contact the Chancery Clerk's office at (662) 862-3931 to confirm the existence of a record and obtain guidance on applicable fees.
    • Provide case-identifying information — full names of parties, approximate dates, and case number if known.
    • Visit the Chancery Clerk's office in person at 201 W. Main St., Fulton, MS 38843, or submit a written request by mail to the same address.
    • Formal public records requests may be submitted using the county's Public Records Request Form, with a response required within seven days under state law.

    Certain probate records, particularly those involving minors or sealed proceedings, may be restricted. The Chancery Clerk's staff can advise you on what is publicly accessible for a specific case. Historical probate estate records for Itawamba County dating back to 1854 are also available through microfilm at the Itawamba County Courthouse and through the Itawamba County Historical Society, located at 44 Museum Drive, Mantachie, MS 38855, Phone: (662) 282-7664

    For online property record research relevant to probate and estate administration, the Itawamba County Online Records Portal provides indexed access to land records, and the county's Delta Computer Systems property search tool allows online lookup of property tax and assessment records tied to real property in the county.

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