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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Marshall County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Mississippi state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Marshall County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Marshall County, Mississippi — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
34,374
Population
Census estimate
12,797
Households
Census estimate
$51,431
Median income
Annual household
$150,400
Median home value
Census ACS
Holly Springs
County seat
In Mississippi
Criminal records
1 source
Court records
3 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
2 sources
Vital records
see state portal
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
Marshall County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Marshall County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Electronic filing completed statewide for Mississippi courts State of Mississippi Judiciary |
| Criminal records | Mississippi Department of Public Safety |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Marshall County state portal below |
| Property records | Marshall County Mississippi real property tax |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Marshall County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Marshall County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Marshall County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | RECORDER |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Marshall County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Marshall County Records
2026
Marshall County official government portal active
The official Marshall County government website at www.marshallcoms.org continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Marshall County court records portal verified
State court system links for Marshall County verified against the Mississippi judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Marshall County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Marshall County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Marshall County property records online
Marshall County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Marshall County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Marshall County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Marshall 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 Marshall County Records
❌ Myth: "Marshall County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Marshall County are held by the Mississippi state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Marshall 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 Marshall County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Mississippi state repository has verified, current Marshall County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Marshall County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Marshall 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.marshallcoms.org — Official Marshall County government website
- courts.ms.gov — Court records — official source
- www.dps.ms.gov — Criminal records — official source
- Official Mississippi State Portal — Recorded documents — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Marshall County & Mississippi Records
For records not specific to Marshall 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 Marshall County, Mississippi
Marshall County is located in north-central Mississippi. The county seat is Holly Springs (official site: http://www.marshallcoms.org/).
- Population: 34,374
- Households: 12,797
- Median household income: $51,431
- Median home value: $150,400
- Below poverty line: 19.5%
- Land area: 706.2 sq mi
- Population density: 48.7 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 3
- NCES schools indexed: 16
Electronic filing completed statewide for Mississippi courts
Official Free
The Official Site of the State of Mississippi Judiciary
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.
Chancery Courts - State of Mississippi Judiciary
Official Free
Chancery Courts have jurisdiction over disputes in matters involving equity; domestic matters including adoptions, custody disputes and divorces; guardianships; sanity hearings; wills; and challenges to constitutionality of state laws. Land records are filed in Chancery Court .
Marshall County Mississippi
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HOME | LOG IN | CIRCUIT CIVIL | CIRCUIT CRIMINAL | JUDGMENT ROLL | MARRIAGE LICENSE | TAX, APPRAISAL, CHANCERY | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY POLICY
real property tax
Official Free
Welcome to the Marshall County, Mississippi online record search. This search engine will return property tax, appraisal and other information of record in Marshall County. The information is uploaded to this server frequently but may lag behind actual activity at the courthouse · To begin ...
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
Offenders are required to pay an $11.00 registration fee each time they register . There is no requirement to pay fines on the account before registering. Fines are only necessary to resolve a license suspension. The Driver Service Bureau strongly recommends that all applicants schedule an ...
RECORDER
Official Free
Title Searches can also be obtained from the Marshall County Recorders's Office.
Chancery Court Clerks January 17, 2024 Adams County Chancery Court Clerk
Official Free
Marion County Chancery Court Clerk · Elisha Prisk Moree · 250 Broad St, Ste 2 · Columbia, MS 39429 · Phone: 601-736-2691 Fax: 601-444-0206 · Marshall County Chancery Court Clerk · Nicole M. Phelps · P.O. Box 219 · Holly Springs, MS 38635 · Phone: 662-252-4431 Fax: 662-252-0004 ·
Mississippi Business Search
Business, Voter & Other
.gov
Mississippi SOS business search.
corp.sos.ms.gov
Marshall 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 ...
Marshall County Sheriff Department, MS Arrests, Warrant Lookup
Official Free
This most wanted list showcases individuals with outstanding warrants or those involved in high-profile criminal activities.
Questions and Answers About Vital Records - Mississippi State Department of Health
Official Free
The MSDH Vital Records Department has records on file for births or deaths filed in Mississippi from November 1912 to the present . Marriage statistical records are on file from January 1, 1926. From July 1, 1938 to December 31, 1941, records were kept only by the Circuit Court Clerk in the ...
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.
Marshall County - Mississippi Secretary of State
Official Free
For statewide service or online ordering, contact the Mississippi State Department of Health Vital Records at 601-206-8200 or visit www.msvitalrecords.ms.gov , though additional fees apply for online ordering through VitalChek.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Marshall County?
Marshall County court cases are filed with the Circuit Clerk. Search the Electronic filing completed statewide for Mississippi courts portal: https://courts.ms.gov/news/view_news_page.php?article=3089&name=Electronic+filing+completed+statewide+for+Mississippi+courts. For federal matters, see PACER.
Does an arrest show up on a background check before conviction in Mississippi?
Yes — in Mississippi, an arrest can appear on a name-based background check from the moment of booking, even before any court ruling. Whether it appears on an employment screening depends on the type of check (name-based vs. fingerprint-based) and how recent the arrest is.
Does an active warrant show up on a background check in Mississippi?
Yes. Active warrants in Mississippi appear on name-based criminal background checks through the Mississippi Department of Public Safety system the moment they are entered. Some employers also run a separate NCIC warrant query, which catches federal warrants as well.
How do I run a Mississippi background check?
Mississippi background checks are handled by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety. Name-based searches are available through the official state portal (per-search fee applies). Fingerprint-based checks — required for licensing, foster care, and many employers — must be submitted through an approved vendor.