Hollandale, Mississippi Public Records

The Washington County Chancery Court, also located at 900 Washington Avenue, phone (662) 332-4848, handles family law matters including divorce and child custody, estate and probate matters, real property disputes, and guardianship cases. Justice Court for Washington County handles misdemeanor cases, small claims disputes typically under $3,500, preliminary hearings, and issues arrest and search warrants. Mississippi does not currently offer a comprehensive statewide online court records search system accessible to the public for all case types, though some case information may be available by contacting the Circuit Clerk's office directly at (662) 332-1595. Certified copies of court documents, judgments, and case files can be requested from the appropriate clerk's office, with fees typically ranging from $1.00 per page for copies plus a certification fee of approximately $2.00 per document, though requesters should verify current fee schedules as they are subject to change by statute or local rule.

Washington County offers online property search capabilities through the Mississippi Automated Property Information System (MAPIS) and local county databases where residents can search by property owner name, parcel number, or property address to view assessment data, property characteristics, and tax information. Land records including deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and other recorded documents are maintained by the Washington County Chancery Clerk's Office, which serves as the land records office, located at 900 Washington Avenue, Greenville, MS 38701, phone (662) 332-4848. The Chancery Clerk records and indexes all real property conveyances, deeds of trust, releases, assignments, UCC financing statements, and other documents affecting title to real property in Washington County. While some Mississippi counties offer online access to recorded land documents, availability varies by county and may require subscription or per-document fees; residents should contact the Chancery Clerk directly to determine what records are available online versus requiring in-person research. The county may also maintain a GIS (Geographic Information System) parcel viewer providing aerial imagery, parcel boundaries, ownership information, and assessment data in a map-based format, typically accessible through the county's website or the assessor's online portal.

Major employers in the Hollandale area include the Hollandale-Simmons Consolidated School District, which serves as a significant public sector employer, local agricultural operations and cotton gins, and small retail businesses serving the local community along Main Street and Highway 61. The median household income in Hollandale is significantly below both state and national averages, reflecting economic challenges common to many rural Delta communities, with poverty rates above state averages. Like much of Washington County, Hollandale has experienced population decline over recent decades as agricultural mechanization reduced labor demands and younger residents migrated to urban areas for employment opportunities. The local economy faces challenges including limited industrial diversification, infrastructure needs, and educational attainment levels below state averages. However, the community maintains its agricultural heritage and benefits from its location along U.S. Highway 61, providing access to Greenville to the north and larger markets beyond. Small businesses including convenience stores, restaurants, auto repair shops, and service providers continue to serve local residents. Economic development efforts in Washington County focus on diversification, workforce development, infrastructure improvements, and supporting small business growth, which could benefit Hollandale as part of the broader county economy.

The Hollandale Police Department, located at 121 Main Street, Hollandale, MS 38748, phone (662) 827-2211, serves as the primary law enforcement agency within city limits. Citizens can request police reports, incident records, and accident reports by visiting the department in person during business hours or by calling the non-emergency number. The department handles all law enforcement matters within the Hollandale city limits, including patrol, criminal investigations, and traffic enforcement. For areas outside city limits, the Washington County Sheriff's Office, located at 906 South Main Street, Greenville, MS 38701, phone (662) 332-1501, provides law enforcement services. The Sheriff's Office maintains jurisdiction over unincorporated areas of Washington County and provides support to municipal departments when needed. Arrest records and jail bookings for Washington County can be searched through the Washington County Detention Center inmate roster, typically accessible by contacting the Sheriff's Office directly. The online or phone-based system provides information on current inmates including names, booking dates, charges, bond amounts, and booking photographs when available. Under the Mississippi Public Records Act of 1983 (Miss. Code Ann. § 25-61-1 et seq.), law enforcement agencies must provide access to public records including incident reports, arrest logs, and accident reports, though certain records related to ongoing investigations, juvenile matters, or confidential informants may be exempt. Requesters should submit written requests identifying the specific records sought, and agencies typically have a reasonable time period to respond, though they may charge reasonable copying fees for document reproduction.

Online ordering is available through the state's authorized vendor VitalChek at www.msvitalrecords.ms.gov with additional processing fees. Processing times typically range from 4-6 weeks for mail requests, faster for online orders with expedited shipping. Birth records are available from 1912 to present, and death records from 1912 to present. Only eligible individuals can obtain certified copies, including the person named on the certificate (if of legal age), parents, legal guardians, legal representatives, or individuals with a direct and tangible interest as defined by Mississippi law. Marriage licenses are issued by the Washington County Chancery Clerk's Office, 900 Washington Avenue, Greenville, MS 38701, phone (662) 332-4848. Mississippi has no waiting period or blood test requirement. The marriage license fee is approximately $21.00, and licenses are valid for 30 days from issuance. Marriage records dating back to the early 1900s are maintained by the Chancery Clerk. Divorce records are filed with the Chancery Clerk where the divorce was granted; divorce decrees and related documents are court records maintained in the case file. Requesters must provide valid photo identification and demonstrate eligibility to obtain certified copies of vital records under Mississippi Code Annotated § 41-57-1 et seq.

Washington County may also have county-level business registration or occupational license requirements for businesses operating in unincorporated areas or throughout the county; contact the Washington County Board of Supervisors office at (662) 332-1595 for county business requirements. Fictitious business name registrations (Doing Business As or DBA filings) in Mississippi are filed with the Chancery Clerk in the county where the business operates, so Hollandale businesses would file with the Washington County Chancery Clerk, 900 Washington Avenue, Greenville, MS 38701, phone (662) 332-4848. For formal business entity formation including corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), limited partnerships, and other registered entities, filings are made with the Mississippi Secretary of State, Business Services Division, P.O. Box 136, Jackson, MS 39205, phone (601) 359-1633, website: www.sos.ms.gov. The Secretary of State's website provides a free online business entity search where users can look up corporation and LLC records, verify entity status, view registered agents, check business names, and access filed documents. UCC (Uniform Commercial Code) financing statements, which create security interests in personal property and are used for lien searches, are also filed with the Mississippi Secretary of State and searchable through their online database. Commercial property owners in Hollandale can look up property tax assessments through the Washington County Tax Assessor's Office at (662) 332-1733 or online property search systems to view assessed values, millage rates, and tax obligations for business real estate.

Hollandale voters are served by the Washington County Circuit Clerk's Office, which administers elections, located at 900 Washington Avenue, Greenville, MS 38701, phone (662) 332-1595. Mississippi residents can register to vote online at the Mississippi Secretary of State's website at www.sos.ms.gov/elections or by completing a voter registration application available at the Circuit Clerk's office, public libraries, and state agencies. Voters must register at least 30 days before an election, and applicants must provide identification information including a driver's license or Social Security number. Hollandale municipal elections for mayor and board of aldermen are held in accordance with Mississippi municipal election law, typically in June of odd-numbered years (most recently 2025 for the current cycle). The next municipal elections would be in June 2029 under the regular four-year cycle. Information about local candidates, municipal ballot measures, and election dates can be obtained from Hollandale City Hall at (662) 827-2211 or the Circuit Clerk's office. To find their assigned polling place, Hollandale voters can contact the Washington County Circuit Clerk at (662) 332-1595 or use the polling place lookup tool at www.sos.ms.gov/elections. Under Mississippi law, certain election records are public, including voter registration lists (available to candidates and political parties with restrictions), campaign finance reports filed with the Secretary of State or local clerk, candidate qualifying papers and statements of economic interest, and precinct-level election results. In the November 2024 presidential election, Washington County reported voter turnout consistent with historical patterns for the Delta region, with several thousand ballots cast countywide. Looking ahead to November 3, 2026, Mississippi voters will decide several important races. While Mississippi does not have a U.S. Senate seat up for election in 2026, voters will elect all members of the Mississippi House of Representatives (122 seats) and half of the Mississippi State Senate, with Hollandale voters participating in their respective district races. Washington County offices up for election in 2026 include Sheriff, Tax Assessor, Tax Collector, Circuit Clerk, Chancery Clerk, Coroner, and members of the Board of Supervisors depending on district cycle. Mississippi voters can request absentee ballots if they meet specific criteria including being away from their county of residence on election day, having a temporary or permanent physical disability, being 65 years or older, being a parent/caregiver of a person with a disability, or being required to work on election day during polling hours. Absentee ballot applications must be submitted to the Circuit Clerk's office, with mail-in ballot applications due by 5:00 PM on the Saturday before the election, and voted ballots must be received by 7:00 PM on election day to be counted.