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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Stone County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Mississippi state publishers on the review date. 3 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Stone County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Stone County, Mississippi — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
19,569
Population
Census estimate
6,517
Households
Census estimate
$55,894
Median income
Annual household
$164,400
Median home value
Census ACS
Wiggins
County seat
In Mississippi
Criminal records
1 source
Court records
4 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
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Stone County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Stone 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 Stone County state portal below |
| Property records | Scott County Mississippi Appraisal Link |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Stone County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Stone County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Stone County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Stone County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Stone County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Stone County Records
2026
Stone County official government portal active
The official Stone County government website at www.stonecountygov.com continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Stone County court records portal verified
State court system links for Stone County verified against the Mississippi judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Stone County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Stone County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Stone County property records online
Stone County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Stone County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Stone County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Stone 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 Stone County Records
❌ Myth: "Stone County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Stone County are held by the Mississippi state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Stone 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 Stone County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Mississippi state repository has verified, current Stone County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Stone County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Stone 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.stonecountygov.com — Official Stone County government website
- courts.ms.gov — Court records — official source
- www.dps.ms.gov — Criminal records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Stone County & Mississippi Records
For records not specific to Stone 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 Stone County, Mississippi
Stone County is located in southeast Mississippi. The county seat is Wiggins (official site: http://www.stonecountygov.com/).
- Population: 19,569
- Households: 6,517
- Median household income: $55,894
- Median home value: $164,400
- Below poverty line: 20.8%
- Land area: 445.5 sq mi
- Population density: 43.9 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 2
- NCES schools indexed: 4
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Cemetery | City of Vicksburg, Mississippi
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Known as "Soldier's Rest," the plot in Cedar Hill Cemetery is the final resting place for an estimated 5,000 Confederate soldiers. We work with both area and outside funeral homes to coordinate burial arrangements. We also keep records of plots, open and close graves, maintain the grounds, assist individuals looking for a particular plot, and handle the real estate transactions dealing with the transfer of plots.
Electronic filing completed statewide for Mississippi courts
Official Free
The Official Site of the State of Mississippi Judiciary
State of Mississippi Judiciary
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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
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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 .
Legal Forms - 21st Judicial Circuit Court District
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Mississippi is divided into 22 Circuit Court districts, each overseen by a varying number of Circuit Court judges. Learn more.
Scott County Mississippi
Official Free
To begin your search, choose one of the links below · Scott County Home | Online Property Tax Payments | Online Personal Property Tax Payments | Online Mobile Home Tax Payments | Online Car Tag Payments Privacy Policy | Terms of Use
Appraisal Link
Official Free
Property Appraisal STONE COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI · To view your property information: Enter the information into one of the fields below then click on the submit button
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
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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.
Vital Records - Mississippi State Department of Health
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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
Voter Registration Information | MS SOS
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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
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© 2026 Mississippi Secretary of State. All rights reserved
Chancery Court Clerks January 17, 2024 Adams County Chancery Court Clerk
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Smith County Chancery Court Clerk · Cindy Austin · P.O. Box 39 · Raleigh, MS 39153 · Phone: 601-782-9811 Fax: 601-782-4690 · Stone County Chancery Court Clerk · Samuel Tom Smith · P.O. Drawer 7 · Wiggins, MS 39577 · Phone: 601-928-5266 Fax: 601-928-6464 ·
Stone County
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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 ...
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Stone County?
Stone 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.
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.
What's the difference between sealing and expunging a record in Mississippi?
In Mississippi, a sealed record is hidden from public view but still exists and remains visible to law enforcement, licensing boards, and some employers. An expunged record is treated by Mississippi law as if it never happened — though FBI and federal records may persist regardless of state action. The relief process runs through the sentencing court.
Are Stone 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.