LeFlore County Court Records Search
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LeFlore County, Mississippi operates a multi-court system centered in Greenwood, where four separate courts divide jurisdiction over civil, criminal, family, juvenile, and probate matters. Each court keeps its own records — criminal case dockets, civil judgments, adoption proceedings, land records — and each has a designated clerk who handles public access. Before you start searching, it helps to know which court handled the matter you're researching, because that determines which clerk's office holds the files you need.
You can research Mississippi court cases through official clerk offices, in-person courthouse visits, and online tools. MississippiCourts.us — the State of Mississippi Judiciary's website — provides a directory of trial courts, clerks, and links to the Mississippi Electronic Courts (MEC) system for electronic case access and e-filing. For cases not available electronically, the relevant clerk of court in LeFlore County handles direct records requests.
How to Look Up a Court Case in LeFlore County?
All four LeFlore County courts are located in Greenwood and maintain separate contact information depending on the case type. The table below lists the key details for each court.
| Court | Address | Phone | Fax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chancery Court | 310 W. Market Street, Greenwood, MS 38930 | (662) 453-6203 | (662) 455-7965 |
| County & Youth Court | P.O. Box 452, Greenwood, MS 38935-0452 | (662) 455-7945 | (662) 453-0869 |
| 4th Circuit Court District | 310 W. Market, Greenwood, MS 38930; P.O. Box 1953, Greenwood, MS 38935 | (662) 453-1435 | (662) 455-1278 |
| Justice Court | 306 W. Market, P.O. Box 8056, Greenwood, MS 38935 | (662) 453-1605 | (662) 455-8759 |
Justice Court office hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday (except legal holidays)
When you're ready to search for a case, you have several options:
- In-person review — Visit the clerk's office for the relevant court during business hours. Bring identifying information about the case, such as a party name, case number, or approximate filing date.
- Written or mail request — Contact the appropriate clerk by mail at the addresses listed above, describing the type of record and any identifying details.
- Phone inquiry — Each clerk's office can advise on record availability and request procedures by phone.
- Online via MEC — The Mississippi Electronic Courts portal supports electronic case access for courts enrolled in the statewide system. The MEC Helpdesk can be reached at helpdesk@mec.ms.gov or (601) 576-4650 for technical assistance.
- Mississippi Judiciary website — The State of Mississippi Judiciary provides docket information, case search features for the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals, and links to trial court resources statewide.
Are Court Records Public in LeFlore County?
Court records in LeFlore County are generally presumed to be public documents. The governing framework is the Mississippi Public Records Act (Laws, 1996, ch. 453), which establishes the right of citizens to inspect and copy public records held by government agencies, including courts. You can make access requests in person, by telephone, or by mail to the relevant clerk's office.
Despite that general openness, Section 25-61-12 of the Public Records Act identifies specific categories of records withheld from public inspection. Throughout LeFlore County — and Mississippi generally — the following types of records are restricted:
- Records that would disclose a crime victim's identity
- Records that could endanger the safety of a witness, law enforcement officer, or informant
- Records revealing law enforcement investigative techniques or results
- Records identifying the name or address of any person holding a weapon permit
- Business, financial, and trade secret records of private entities contracting with public bodies
- Medical purchase or sales records and health professional recruitment details of public hospital boards
- Victim impact statements and personal information of victims filed with the Mississippi Department of Corrections or the State Parole Board
- Records of juvenile proceedings, which are confidential by statute
When a record contains both public and exempt information, the custodian must redact the restricted portions and release the rest — not withhold the entire document.
LeFlore County Criminal Court Records
Criminal matters in LeFlore County are handled at two levels depending on the severity of the offense. The 4th Circuit Court District has jurisdiction over felony criminal cases, while the Justice Court handles misdemeanor charges and traffic citations.
4th Circuit Court District — Circuit Clerk Johnny Gary maintains records for all criminal cases filed in the circuit court, including felonies and serious misdemeanors assigned upward. The office is at 310 W. Market Street, Greenwood (P.O. Box 1953, Greenwood, MS 38935-1953), reachable at (662) 453-1435. Beyond court records, the Circuit Clerk also handles voter registration, election oversight, and records of deeds and land conveyances.
Justice Court — Three judges serve the Northern, Central, and Southern districts of LeFlore County: Hon. James E. Campbell, Hon. Neysha Sanders, and Hon. Carlos D. Palmer, respectively. Under Mississippi Code § 9-11-11, Justice Court handles misdemeanor criminal charges, traffic citations issued by the Mississippi Highway Patrol, the LeFlore County Sheriff's Department, the Public Service Commission, and Mississippi Valley State University Police, as well as all wildlife citations within the county. It also has preliminary jurisdiction over felony cases. Justice Court Clerk Martha Howard can be reached at (662) 453-1605.
For statewide criminal history information, the Mississippi Department of Public Safety's Criminal Information Center (CIC) maintains criminal records submitted by law enforcement agencies across the state. Name-based background checks are available through the Mississippi DPS background check portal. Arrest records tied to specific incidents are maintained by the LeFlore County Sheriff's Office rather than the courts.
LeFlore County Civil Court Records
Civil litigation in LeFlore County is distributed between the Circuit Court and the Justice Court based on the dollar amount and nature of the dispute. The Circuit Court handles larger civil actions; Justice Court processes civil claims that do not exceed $2,500.00 under Mississippi Code § 9-11-11.
The Circuit Clerk's office files and maintains civil case records, including dockets, judgments, and supporting documents. You can access civil records by visiting the clerk's office at 310 W. Market Street during regular business hours or by submitting a written mail request. The same office also records deeds, mortgages, surveys, and subdivision plats — functions that often intersect with title searches and property ownership disputes arising in civil litigation.
For smaller civil disputes, the Justice Court at 306 W. Market Street offers a more accessible forum. Individuals with money claims under the $2,500.00 threshold, eviction matters, or other qualifying civil actions can file directly with Justice Court Clerk Martha Howard.
Electronic case access through Mississippi Electronic Courts (MEC) allows registered users to access case filings in enrolled courts. Courts not yet on MEC require direct contact with the clerk's office for document retrieval. Standard copying fees apply for reproduced records, and the clerk can advise on the current fee schedule at the time of your request.
LeFlore County Family Court Records
Family law matters in LeFlore County — divorce, adoption, child custody, guardianship, and domestic matters — fall within the jurisdiction of the Chancery Court, part of Subdistrict Two of the 7th Chancery Court District of Mississippi. Presiding judges are Hon. Watosa M. Sanders and Hon. Willie Perkins.
The Chancery Court is the appropriate venue for the following family-related proceedings:
- Divorce and legal separation — including all related property division, alimony, and spousal support matters
- Child custody and visitation disputes
- Adoption proceedings
- Guardianship and conservatorship for minors and adults
- Sanity hearings and civil commitment matters
- Domestic equity disputes and challenges to constitutional questions of state law
The Chancery Clerk's office — P.O. Box 250, Greenwood, MS 38935-0250; Phone: (662) 453-6203; Fax: (662) 455-7965 — maintains all dockets, minute books, and case records for the Chancery Court. You can inspect records in person at the courthouse during business hours or request them by mail.
Juvenile matters involving delinquency, dependency, and abuse or neglect cases are handled by the County & Youth Court, presided over by Hon. James K. Littleton III, whose office is at P.O. Box 452, Greenwood, MS 38935-0452, (662) 455-7945. The LeFlore County Court is one of nineteen county courts in Mississippi with exclusive jurisdiction over eminent domain proceedings and all juvenile matters in the county. Juvenile court records are confidential by law and are not accessible to the general public.
Marriage and divorce certificates — as distinct from the underlying court files — are classified as vital records in Mississippi. Records have been maintained statewide since January 1, 1926, with a gap in county-level records from July 1, 1938, through December 1941, during which the circuit court clerk issued marriage licenses. Certified copies of marriage and divorce records can be obtained from:
- The originating courthouse — Visit the clerk of the court that issued the marriage license or entered the divorce decree.
- Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) Vital Records — Complete the Marriage Record Application Form and submit it in person, by mail, or by email to VRInfo@msdh.ms.gov.
| MSDH Vital Records Office | |
|---|---|
| Address | 222 Marketridge Drive, Ridgeland, MS |
| Phone | (601) 206-8200 |
| Hours | Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
| Record Type | Certified Copy | Additional Copy (same record) |
|---|---|---|
| Marriage certificate | $17.00 | $6.00 |
| Divorce certificate | $17.00 | $6.00 |
| Birth certificate | $17.00 | $6.00 |
| Death certificate | $17.00 | $6.00 |
The $17.00 search fee is non-refundable even if no record is found. Only the fee for additional copies is refundable if copies cannot be made. To obtain a certified copy of a marriage record, you must demonstrate a legitimate tangible interest in the record. Acceptable identification includes a U.S. passport, valid state-issued driver's license, employment ID card, university or college ID, U.S. military ID, permanent resident card, or a photo state-issued ID.
LeFlore County Probate Court Records
Probate proceedings in LeFlore County — administering decedents' estates, validating wills, and establishing guardianships for individuals unable to manage their own affairs — are overseen by the Chancery Court. Because the Chancery Court's broad equity jurisdiction encompasses wills, estate disputes, and guardianships, the Chancery Clerk's office is the right starting point for any probate records request.
The Chancery Clerk plays several roles relevant to probate: the office maintains court minute books, issues process for service on defendants, processes civil commitments (both mental health and drug and alcohol related), and can act as court-appointed guardian, administrator, executor, conservator, or commissioner when directed by a judge.
Here's how to request probate records:
- Call the Chancery Clerk's office at (662) 453-6203 to confirm record availability and any applicable fees.
- Visit the clerk's office at 310 W. Market Street, Greenwood, MS 38930 during business hours to inspect or request copies of the relevant estate or guardianship file.
- Submit a written mail request to P.O. Box 250, Greenwood, MS 38935-0250. Include the name of the decedent or ward, the approximate date of the proceeding, and any case number if known.
- Pay any copying and certification fees as quoted by the clerk's office at the time of the request.
Land records — including warranty deeds, deeds of trust, and powers of attorney — are also archived by the Chancery Clerk as part of the county's public land records system, with indexes maintained for subdivisions, sections, and direct/reverse grantor-grantee entries. These records are particularly relevant in probate proceedings involving real property and can be reviewed at the same office. Land records in LeFlore County date back to the county's earliest recorded history and are available for public inspection at the Chancery Clerk's office at 306 West Market Street, Greenwood, MS 38935.