Elected office
Circuit Clerk
Court records, jury service, marriage licenses and voter registration.
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About the office
Duties and responsibilities
The Circuit Clerk serves as clerk of the County and Circuit Court. The office:
- receives and files all lawsuits, indictments, motions and related papers in civil and criminal cases filed in Circuit Court, and issues process, including summons and subpoenas;
- draws jurors and qualifies juries;
- keeps a record of all judgments and executions;
- issues marriage licenses and keeps marriage records;
- records medical and other professional licenses;
- registers citizens to vote and handles other election duties.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a marriage license?
The Circuit Clerk’s office issues marriage licenses. See Get a marriage license for what to bring.
How do I qualify as a candidate in an upcoming election?
Contact the Circuit Clerk’s office for qualifying paperwork and deadlines.
How do I register to vote?
You must be at least 18 and register at least 30 days before an election to vote in it. Register at the Circuit Clerk’s office; it helps to know your 911 address and Social Security number.
How do I vote absentee?
You can request an absentee ballot by mail up to 45 days before an election, or vote absentee in person at the Circuit Clerk’s office.
I have a question about jury duty. Who do I contact?
Contact the Circuit Clerk’s office at 601-469-3601.
Where do I get records of criminal history, civil lawsuits and tax liens?
Contact the Circuit Clerk’s office at 601-469-3601.
Where do I vote?
Find your polling place with the Mississippi Secretary of State polling place locator, or call the Circuit Clerk’s office at 601-469-3601.
Last updated October 10, 2026