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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Montgomery County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Mississippi state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Montgomery County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Montgomery County, Mississippi — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
9,411
Population
Census estimate
3,830
Households
Census estimate
$36,845
Median income
Annual household
$97,100
Median home value
Census ACS
Winona
County seat
In Mississippi
Criminal records
1 source
Court records
4 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
1 source
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
2 sources
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Montgomery County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Montgomery 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 Montgomery County state portal below |
| Property records | Montgomery County Property Search |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Montgomery County state portal below |
| Voter records | Voter Lookup - Montgomery Montgomery County Board of Elections - Home Page |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Montgomery County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | Montgomery County Public Records – Montgomery County Court Montgomery County Recorder's Office |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Montgomery County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Montgomery County Records
2026
Montgomery County official government portal active
The official Montgomery County government website at www.ms.gov continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Montgomery County court records portal verified
State court system links for Montgomery County verified against the Mississippi judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Montgomery County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Montgomery County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Montgomery County property records online
Montgomery County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Montgomery County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Montgomery County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Montgomery 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 Montgomery County Records
❌ Myth: "Montgomery County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Montgomery County are held by the Mississippi state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Montgomery 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 Montgomery County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Mississippi state repository has verified, current Montgomery County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Montgomery County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Montgomery 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.ms.gov — Official Montgomery County government website
- courts.ms.gov — Court records — official source
- www.dps.ms.gov — Criminal records — official source
- [source removed during audit] — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Montgomery County & Mississippi Records
For records not specific to Montgomery 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 Montgomery County, Mississippi
Montgomery County is located in central Mississippi. The county seat is Winona (official site: http://www.ms.gov/content/Pages/LocalGov.aspx?county=Montgomery).
- Population: 9,411
- Households: 3,830
- Median household income: $36,845
- Median home value: $97,100
- Below poverty line: 24.2%
- Land area: 407.0 sq mi
- Population density: 23.1 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 3
- NCES schools indexed: 5
Electronic filing completed statewide for Mississippi courts
Official Free
The Official Site of the State of Mississippi Judiciary
State of Mississippi Judiciary
Official Free
The site provides access to all the current laws of the state through the searchable Mississippi Code. All rules of the state court system are available online. The catalog of the legal collections of the State Library is available. Court statistics and administrative data back to 1996 are available in annual reports.
Chancery Courts - State of Mississippi Judiciary
Official Free
Chancery Court · District 1 Alcorn, Itawamba, Monroe, Pontotoc, Prentiss, Lee, Tishomingo, Union · District 2 Jasper, Newton, Scott · District 3 Desoto, Grenada, Montgomery, Panola, Tate, Yalobusha · District 4 Amite, Franklin, Pike, Walthall · District 5 Hinds ·
Legal Forms - 21st Judicial Circuit Court District
Official Free
Mississippi is divided into 22 Circuit Court districts, each overseen by a varying number of Circuit Court judges. Learn more.
Voter Lookup - Montgomery
Official Free
An official government website. Here's how you know · The site is secure. The https:// ensures you're connecting to the official website and any information you provide is encrypted and cannot be seen by anyone else
🌐 [source removed during audit]
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.
Montgomery County Public Records – Montgomery County Court
Official Free
Montgomery County Public Records offer open access to a wide range of official documents maintained by county and court offices. These include court case files, criminal records, property and land deeds, and certificates such as birth, marriage, ...
Montgomery County Recorder's Office
Official Free
Welcome to the Recorder's Information Search System (RISS) The Montgomery County Recorder's Office strives to make as many records available to you as possible online. Be sure to review the matrix of supported browsers [here] · Pop-ups must be enabled for the following sites: 1. ...
Chancery Court Clerks January 17, 2024 Adams County Chancery Court Clerk
Official Free
Monroe County Chancery Court Clerk · Ronnie Boozer · P.O. Box 578 · Aberdeen, MS 39730 · Phone: 662-369-8143 Fax: 662-369-7928 · Montgomery County Chancery Court Clerk · Ryan Wood · P.O. Box 71 · Winona, MS 38967 · Phone: 662-283-2333 Fax: 662-283-2233 ·
Mississippi Business Search
Business, Voter & Other
.gov
Mississippi SOS business search.
corp.sos.ms.gov
Montgomery 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 ...
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
For questions regarding the information included in this registry, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions section or contact MDPS via e-mail at msor@dps.ms.gov , telephone (601)-987-1540 or regular mail to: Department of Public Safety Sex Offender Registry Post Office Box 958 Jackson, MS 39205 Click Hereto browse the Mississippi Code for the full text of § 45-33-21 et seq.
Montgomery County Property Search
Official Free
Montgomery County Property Search: Access ownership details, parcel info, assessed values, and official property records online.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Montgomery County?
Montgomery 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.
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.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in Mississippi?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most Mississippi counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
Are Montgomery 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.