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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Lowndes County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Mississippi state publishers on the review date. 3 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Lowndes County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Lowndes County, Mississippi — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
57,210
Population
Census estimate
22,651
Households
Census estimate
$53,687
Median income
Annual household
$155,300
Median home value
Census ACS
Columbus
County seat
In Mississippi
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
3 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
1 source
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
1 source
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Lowndes County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Lowndes County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Lowndes County Mississippi Circuit Clerk's Mississippi Electronic Courts (MEC) Chancery and Circuit Cou… |
| Criminal records | Lowndes County, Mississippi Criminal Records | LowndesRecord… Mississippi Department of Public Safety |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Lowndes County state portal below |
| Property records | Lowndes - Real Property Search |
| Vital records | adams county, ms |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Lowndes County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Lowndes County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | Circuit Court Clerks March 2, 2026 Adams County Circuit Cler… |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Lowndes County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Lowndes County Records
2026
Lowndes County official government portal active
The official Lowndes County government website at www.lowndescountygov.com continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Lowndes County court records portal verified
State court system links for Lowndes County verified against the Mississippi judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Lowndes County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Lowndes County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Lowndes County property records online
Lowndes County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Lowndes County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Lowndes County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Lowndes County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Mississippi statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Mississippi state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Lowndes County Records
❌ Myth: "Lowndes County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Lowndes County are held by the Mississippi state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Lowndes County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Lowndes County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Mississippi state repository has verified, current Lowndes County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Lowndes County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Lowndes County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.lowndescountygov.com — Official Lowndes County government website
- courts.ms.gov — Court records — official source
- lowndesrecords.us — Criminal records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Lowndes County & Mississippi Records
For records not specific to Lowndes County, use Mississippi's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Mississippi statewide record systems:
- Mississippi Court Records →
- Mississippi Criminal Records →
- Mississippi Property Records →
- Mississippi Vital Records →
- Mississippi Voter Records →
- Mississippi Wants & Warrants →
- Mississippi Licenses →
- Mississippi Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Mississippi statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Lowndes County, Mississippi
Lowndes County is located in east-central Mississippi. The county seat is Columbus (official site: http://www.lowndescountygov.com/).
- Population: 57,210
- Households: 22,651
- Median household income: $53,687
- Median home value: $155,300
- Below poverty line: 18.1%
- Land area: 505.5 sq mi
- Population density: 113.2 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 4
- NCES schools indexed: 18
Lowndes County Mississippi Circuit Clerk's
Official Free
Log In | LOWNDES COUNTY COURTHOUSE | HOME | CIVIL COURT | CRIMINAL COURT | JUDGMENT ROLL | MARRIAGE LICENSE | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY POLICY | Log In | Log Out
Mississippi Electronic Courts (MEC) Chancery and Circuit Court Directory
Official Free
Clay, Lowndes, Noxubee, & Oktibbeha County Circuit Courts · 16th Circuit Court District · CHANCERY COURT · 18th Circuit Court District · 20th Chancery Court District · 19th Chancery Court District · Page 7 · MEC Court Directory · Mississippi Electronic Courts (MEC) Chancery and Circuit Court Directory ·
State of Mississippi Judiciary
Official Free
Mississippi College School of Law's Judicial Database includes a video archive of oral arguments dating from 2004 and a brief archive from late 2007. At the trial court level, all Chancery, Circuit, and County Courts utilize the Mississippi Electronic Courts system to e-file trial court records.
Mississippi Department of Public Safety
Official Free
Official websites use .gov A .gov Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Multi-court Voice Case Information System: 866-222-8029 ext.
Public Sex Offender Registry
Official Free
Once you have read and acknowledged the disclaimer below, you may search the database by a specific sex offender’s name, or obtain a listing of registrants within a specified distance of an address, or a listing of registrants within a specified Mississippi ZIP code.
adams county, ms
Official Free
The Marriage License recording information is available back to the 1940's. A copy of the actual Certificate will not be available until later this summer · Use one of the search fields below to begin
Vital Records - Mississippi State Department of Health
Official Free
MSDH produces vital statistics reports based on annual vital records data, and also offers online queries of vital statistics by year. Mississippi State Department of Health • 570 East Woodrow Wilson Dr • Jackson, MS 39216 • 866‑HLTHY4U • Contact and information
Circuit Court Clerks March 2, 2026 Adams County Circuit Clerk Eva Givens
Official Free
Lincoln County Circuit Clerk · Dustin Bairfield 301 S. First St., Room 205 Brookhaven, MS 39601 · Phone: 601-835-3435 Fax: 601-835-3482 · Lowndes County Circuit Clerk · Teresa Barksdale · P.O. Box 31 · Columbus, MS 39703 · Phone: 662-329-5900 Fax: 662-329-5935 ·
Judgment Roll Search
Official Free
Log In | LOWNDES COUNTY COURTHOUSE | HOME | CIVIL COURT | CRIMINAL COURT | JUDGMENT ROLL | MARRIAGE LICENSE | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY POLICY | Log In | Log Out
Mississippi Business Search
Business, Voter & Other
.gov
Mississippi SOS business search.
corp.sos.ms.gov
Lowndes County
Official Free
Field notes are the narrative record of the cadastral survey . They are written in tabular format and contain the detailed descriptions of entire survey process including the instrumentation and procedures utilized, calling all physical evidence evaluated in the survey process, and listing all ...
Lowndes County Ms Public Records
Official Free
Learn about Vital Records, including: Where to get Lowndes County Vital Records online [link removed] Online Records (February 2002 to Present) Uniform Commercial Codes; Clerk of the Board of Supervisors. Duties: Attend and Assist in all Meetings; Prepare and Preserve Board Minutes; Passports.
Lowndes - Real Property Search
Official Free
Tax values are for informational purposes only. Even though deemed reliable, values are subject to change. Any problems or questions regarding actual tax amounts should be directed to the Tax Collector. I agree to and acknowledge my understanding of these conditions
Voter Registration Information | MS SOS
Official Free
This section of our website is designated to provide Mississippi voters the information you need to engage in our elections process. Here you will find information on registering to vote, absentee voting, and answers to commonly asked elections questions.
Online Services Directory | MS SOS
Official Free
© 2026 Mississippi Secretary of State. All rights reserved
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Lowndes County?
Lowndes County court cases are filed with the Circuit Clerk. Search the Mississippi Electronic Courts (MEC) Chancery and Circuit Court Directory portal: https://courts.ms.gov/mec/MEC%20Chancery%20and%20Circuit%20Court%20Directory.pdf. For federal matters, see PACER.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Mississippi if I wasn't convicted?
In Mississippi, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Mississippi's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.
Are Mississippi marriage records public?
Marriage records in Mississippi are generally public — anyone can verify that a marriage occurred and request a non-certified copy. Certified copies (needed for legal purposes like name changes or immigration) may be restricted to the spouses, immediate family, or those with a court order.
Are Lowndes County records free to search?
Yes — every link on this page goes to an official government source. Basic searches are free. Certified copies and formal background checks carry the standard government fee.