Warren County Court Records
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Warren County, Mississippi sits in the southwestern corner of the state along the Mississippi River, with Vicksburg as the county seat. The county's court system operates across multiple divisions — Circuit, Chancery, Youth, Justice, and Municipal — each serving a distinct legal function and maintaining its own category of records. Whether you need to locate a criminal case, research a property title, trace family law proceedings, or access probate filings, knowing which court holds the records you need is the essential first step.
Finding Court Records in Warren County
Mississippi court records can be searched through a combination of official clerk offices, public access terminals at the courthouse, and electronic systems maintained by the state judiciary. For those researching cases remotely, MississippiCourts.us can help you understand what resources are available and locate publicly accessible case information across the state's trial and appellate courts. For electronic case filings specifically, the Mississippi Electronic Courts (MEC) platform is the primary online portal for accessing case documents filed in Warren County Circuit and Chancery Courts.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Warren County?
How you search for a Warren County court case depends on which court handled the matter and whether the records have been transitioned to the MEC electronic filing system.
Online Search via Mississippi Electronic Courts
The MEC system is an internet-based case management and document filing platform run by the Mississippi Judiciary. Registered users can search for and retrieve case documents filed electronically in Warren County's Circuit and Chancery Courts. Creating an account is free — you just need a valid email address. Once registered, you can filter case searches by county, court type, case number, or party name.
In-Person and Mail Requests
For records not available through MEC — including older paper-based filings — direct your request to the appropriate clerk's office in person or by mail. Include the following when submitting a request:
- Full name of the party or parties involved
- Case number, if known
- Approximate filing date or date range
- Type of case (civil, criminal, probate, etc.)
- Contact information for response delivery
Courthouse Address for All Warren County Courts:
Warren County Courthouse
1009 Cherry Street, P.O. Box 351
Vicksburg, MS 39183-2539
Both the Circuit Clerk and Chancery Clerk operate out of this location Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., except on legal holidays.
Seven-Year Background Search
The Circuit Clerk's office conducts name-based background record searches covering a seven-year period. The Warren County fee schedule lists this service at $15.00 per name. You can request this search in person during regular business hours.
Are Court Records Public in Warren County?
Warren County court records fall under the Mississippi Public Records Act, codified at Miss. Code Ann. 25-61-1 et seq. The default rule is that records held by public bodies — including court clerks — are open to inspection by any person. The Act does, however, include a defined set of exemptions that permit or require certain records to be withheld or redacted.
Records that are generally public include:
- Circuit Court criminal and civil case filings
- Chancery Court civil and family law dockets
- Probate petitions and estate inventories
- Property and land records held by the Chancery Clerk
- Marriage license applications and certified copies
Records that are restricted or confidential include:
- Youth Court proceedings sealed under Miss. Code Ann. 43-21-261, which prohibits disclosure except to court staff, guardians ad litem, and statutorily authorized parties
- Adoption records maintained under strict confidentiality provisions
- Juvenile records involving delinquency and child protection matters
- Sealed case files ordered confidential by a judge
- Investigative and personnel records of government agencies
- Trade secrets and privileged attorney-client communications
If you're denied access to a record, you may seek review through the procedures outlined in Miss. Code Ann. 25-61-13. Copy fees apply to all public records: standard copies are $1.00 per page, and certified copies are $2.50.
Warren County Criminal Court Records
Criminal matters in Warren County are handled at multiple levels depending on the severity of the offense.
Circuit Court Felony and Serious Misdemeanor Cases
The Warren County Circuit Court is the court of general jurisdiction for felony criminal prosecutions and jury trials. Circuit Clerk Jan Hyland Daigre maintains all filings associated with these cases — charging documents, transcripts, verdicts, and sentencing orders.
| Contact | Details |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Jan Hyland Daigre |
| Address | 1009 Cherry Street, P.O. Box 351, Vicksburg, MS 39183-2539 |
| Phone | (601) 636-3961 / (601) 636-8251 |
| Fax | (601) 630-4100 |
| jdaigre@warrencountyms.gov | |
| Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Criminal case records can be searched electronically through Mississippi Electronic Courts for e-filed cases. Older paper records require an in-person or written request to the clerk's office.
Justice Court Misdemeanors and Traffic Offenses
Warren County Justice Court handles misdemeanor criminal matters, traffic violations, and initial appearances for felony charges. It also has civil small claims jurisdiction for disputes involving $3,500 or less and is often the first court of contact for criminal defendants in the county.
Warren County Justice Court
919 Farmer Street, P.O. Box 1598
Vicksburg, MS 39181-1598
Phone: (601) 634-6402
Fax: (601) 634-8015
Justice Court Clerk: Carla Fields
Vicksburg Municipal Court — City Ordinance Violations
The Vicksburg Municipal Court handles misdemeanor violations of city ordinances and traffic matters arising within city limits.
Vicksburg Municipal Court — Court Services
820 Veto Street, P.O. Box 150
Vicksburg, MS 39181
Phone: (601) 631-3742
Fax: (601) 801-3544
Email: court@vicksburg.org
Court Sessions: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday beginning at 8:00 a.m.
Arrest Records
The Warren County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for arrests in the unincorporated county. Sheriff Martin Pace oversees the department.
Warren County Sheriff's Office
1000 Grove Street
Vicksburg, Mississippi 39183-2539
Phone: (601) 636-1761
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Arrest-related court records are separate from criminal history reports. For a statewide criminal history check, the Mississippi Department of Public Safety processes name-based background requests at $32.00 per report. You can submit requests through the Mississippi DPS background check portal, which accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express.
Expungement Fees
Expungement petitions are filed with the Circuit Court. Warren County's published fee schedule lists expungement filing fees at $85.00, $150.00, or $311.00, depending on the offense type and procedural requirements.
Warren County Civil Court Records
Civil litigation in Warren County is filed in either the Circuit Court or the Chancery Court, depending on the nature of the dispute. Smaller monetary disputes and landlord-tenant matters go to Justice Court.
Circuit Court Civil Cases
The Circuit Court handles civil actions at law — personal injury, breach of contract, and other tort claims. Filing a civil complaint or petition in Circuit Court costs $163.00. County Court civil petitions carry a filing fee of $161.00. Additional fees apply for specific procedural actions:
- Suggestion for Writ of Garnishment or Execution: $36.00
- Judgment Roll Entry: $6.00
- Abstract of Judgment: $6.00
- Appeal from Justice or Municipal Court to Circuit Court: $109.00
- Appeal from County Court to Circuit Court: $86.00
Civil case records can be searched through the Circuit Clerk's office directly or through Mississippi Electronic Courts for electronically filed cases.
Chancery Court Civil Jurisdiction
The Warren County Chancery Court, under Clerk Beverly Johnson, handles equity matters — including disputes over real property, business contracts involving equitable remedies, and certain governmental actions.
| Contact | Details |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Beverly Johnson |
| Address | 1009 Cherry Street, P.O. Box 351, Vicksburg, MS 39183-2539 |
| Phone | (601) 636-4415 |
| Fax | (601) 630-8185 |
| beverlyj@warrencountyms.gov | |
| Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
The Chancery Clerk also serves as the county's custodian of land and property records. Deeds, mortgage instruments, liens, and plats recorded in Warren County can be searched through the Warren County Tax Assessor's online property search portal and through Delta Computer Systems, which maintains an interactive online record search for Warren County property tax and appraisal information.
Justice Court Small Claims
For civil disputes involving $3,500 or less, claimants can file in Warren County Justice Court without an attorney. Filing fees vary by case type and the number of defendants. If you need to appeal a Justice Court judgment to Circuit Court, the appeal filing fee is $109.00.
Warren County Family Court Records
Family law matters in Warren County — including divorce, child custody, child support, adoptions, and emancipation — fall under the jurisdiction of the Chancery Court. Mississippi's Chancery Courts have exclusive original jurisdiction over domestic relations under Miss. Code Ann. 9-5-81.
Divorce Records
Divorce decrees and the underlying case files are maintained by the Chancery Clerk. Certified copies can be requested from Beverly Johnson's office in person or by mail at 1009 Cherry Street, Vicksburg. Access to divorce records is restricted to the parties to the case, their legal representatives, law enforcement agencies, government entities, and qualified researchers. Third parties must demonstrate an authorized purpose to obtain copies.
Certified marriage dissolution records may also be obtained from the Mississippi State Department of Health Bureau of Vital Records for marriages recorded statewide.
Marriage Records and Licenses
Marriage licenses in Warren County are issued by the Circuit Clerk's office. The application fee is $37.00, and both parties must appear together with proof of age and identity. A certified copy of a marriage license costs $17.00, with additional copies at $6.00 each. The marriage license application form is available on the Warren County website.
Certified copies of older marriage records can also be ordered through the MSDH Bureau of Vital Records at msdh.ms.gov.
Adoption and Youth Court Records
Adoption proceedings are handled by the Chancery Court. Adoption records are sealed under Mississippi law and are not accessible to the general public — a court order is required to access them.
Youth Court matters — including delinquency, child in need of supervision (CHINS), and termination of parental rights — are similarly shielded from public disclosure under Miss. Code Ann. 43-21-261. Disclosure is limited to parties with a direct legal interest, court-appointed guardians ad litem, and authorized governmental agencies.
Vital Records for Family Purposes
Birth and death certificates, which are frequently needed in family court proceedings, are maintained by the Mississippi State Department of Health Bureau of Vital Records. Current fees are:
- Birth certificate (first copy): $17.00 | Additional copies: $6.00 each
- Death certificate: $17.00 | Additional copies: $6.00 each
Records can be ordered by mail or in person through MSDH, or through VitalChek for an additional convenience fee. Online ordering information is available at the MSDH Vital Records portal.
Warren County Probate Court Records
Probate jurisdiction in Warren County rests exclusively with the Chancery Court. The Warren County Chancery Court handles all estate administration — including informal and formal appointment of personal representatives, will probate, guardianships, conservatorships, and trust proceedings.
Filing and Initiating Probate
An estate proceeding is opened by filing a petition with the Chancery Clerk. If a will exists, the original must be submitted to the court for probate. Beverly Johnson's office receives all probate filings and maintains the associated case records.
What Probate Records Contain
Probate case files typically include:
- The original will or a statement of intestacy
- Inventory of estate assets
- Creditor notices and claims
- Orders of appointment for personal representatives
- Accounting statements
- Final distribution orders and decrees of discharge
These records are generally public, subject to redaction of sensitive personal identifiers such as Social Security numbers.
Searching Probate Records Online
Probate case records that have been electronically filed in Warren County are accessible through Mississippi Electronic Courts. Older paper probate files require an in-person or written request to the Chancery Clerk. For an overview of Mississippi probate procedures and general estate administration requirements, the Mississippi Judiciary's Chancery Court information page covers the court's jurisdiction and processes.
Guardianships and Conservatorships
The Chancery Court also establishes and oversees adult and minor guardianships and conservatorships. Petitions are filed with the Chancery Clerk and require notice to the proposed ward and other interested parties. Records related to these proceedings are maintained in the Chancery Clerk's office and are accessible under the same public records rules as other court filings, with confidential personal information subject to redaction.
Copy Fees for Probate Documents
Certified copies of probate documents cost $2.50 per document as listed on the Warren County fee schedule. Standard (non-certified) copies are $1.00 per page. Notary services through the clerk's office are available for $5.00.