Magee, Mississippi Public Records

The Simpson County Chancery Court, also at 109 West Pine Avenue (phone: 601-847-2626), handles family law matters including divorce and custody, guardianships, conservatorships, probate, adoptions, and real property disputes. The Simpson County Justice Court handles misdemeanor criminal offenses, preliminary hearings for felonies, small claims up to $3,500, evictions, and issues arrest warrants. Mississippi provides online access to some court records through the Mississippi Electronic Courts (MEC) system at courts.ms.gov, where users can search case information by party name or case number. However, not all historical records are digitized. Certified copies of court documents can be obtained from the Circuit Clerk or Chancery Clerk for a fee of $1.50 per page plus a certification fee. Record requests should specify case numbers when possible to expedite searches.

Searches can be conducted by owner name, parcel number, or property address. The Simpson County Chancery Clerk serves as the recorder of deeds and maintains land records at 109 West Pine Avenue, Mendenhall, MS 39114 (phone: 601-847-2626). All documents affecting real property including warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, deeds of trust, mortgages, mortgage releases, easements, liens, plats, and right-of-way agreements are recorded in this office. The Chancery Clerk's land records date back to the formation of the county, and staff can assist with title searches and provide certified copies of recorded documents for a statutory fee. While some Mississippi counties offer online access to digitized land records through subscription services, availability varies. In-person or phone research may be required for historical documents. Simpson County maintains property parcel maps, though online GIS access depends on county technology investments.

Manufacturing has a presence in the area with several industrial facilities contributing to employment. Retail and service businesses concentrated along Highway 49 serve both city residents and the broader county population. Agriculture remains important to the surrounding county economy, with timber, poultry, and cattle operations prevalent. The median household income in Magee is estimated around $35,000-$40,000, below the state median, reflecting the rural character and economic challenges of small-town Mississippi. Recent economic development efforts have focused on attracting new industry and supporting small business growth. Magee's location along Highway 49, providing direct access to Jackson approximately 30 miles north, offers some commuter opportunities and positions the city as a more affordable alternative to metropolitan areas while maintaining rural character.

The Magee Police Department, located at 323 1st Avenue NE, Magee, MS 39111 (phone: 601-849-3011), provides law enforcement services within the city limits of Magee. Citizens can request police reports and incident records by visiting the department in person or calling during business hours. The department maintains records of arrests, accident reports, and incident reports under Mississippi's public records requirements. The Simpson County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 1028 Magee Drive, Magee, MS 39111 (phone: 601-847-2626), has jurisdiction over unincorporated areas of Simpson County and provides support services to Magee PD including jail operations. The Sheriff's Office maintains the Simpson County Detention Center where all arrestees from Magee and the county are booked and housed. Jail booking records and inmate rosters can be searched through the Simpson County Sheriff's Office website or by calling the detention center directly. Booking information typically includes mugshots, charges, bond amounts, booking dates, and projected release dates. Under Mississippi Code § 25-61-1 through § 25-61-17 (Mississippi Public Records Act of 1983), law enforcement records are generally public unless exempted for ongoing investigations or specific privacy concerns. Citizens can submit written requests for records citing this statute. Arrest records, once finalized, are accessible through the Sheriff's Office, and many recent bookings are posted online for public viewing.

Standard processing takes approximately 3-4 weeks, with expedited service available. Birth records are available from 1912 forward (November 1912 for births), and death records from 1912 forward. Only eligible parties can request vital records: the registrant, immediate family members, legal representatives, or individuals with a direct and tangible interest. Valid government-issued photo identification is required. Marriage licenses are issued by the Simpson County Circuit Clerk at 109 West Pine Avenue, Mendenhall, MS 39114 (phone: 601-847-2474). The marriage license fee is $21, and there is no waiting period or blood test required. Both parties must appear in person with valid identification and Social Security numbers. Divorce records are maintained by the Chancery Clerk where the divorce was granted. For Simpson County divorces, contact the Chancery Clerk at 109 West Pine Avenue, Mendenhall, MS 39114 (phone: 601-847-2626). Certified copies of divorce decrees cost $1.50 per page plus certification fees.

Fictitious business name registrations (DBAs or "doing business as" names) for sole proprietorships and partnerships are filed with the Simpson County Chancery Clerk at 109 West Pine Avenue, Mendenhall, MS 39114 (phone: 601-847-2626), with a filing fee and publication requirement in a local newspaper. For formal business entities, the Mississippi Secretary of State Business Services Division handles all corporation, LLC, limited partnership, and nonprofit registrations. The Secretary of State's online Business Entity Search at sos.ms.gov/business-services allows free searches of registered businesses by entity name, registered agent, or filing number, displaying entity status, formation date, registered agent, principal office address, and annual report compliance. UCC (Uniform Commercial Code) financing statements, which create security interests in personal property and business assets, are also filed with the Secretary of State and searchable online. Business property owners can research commercial property assessments through the Simpson County Tax Assessor's Office at 601-847-2955, using the same property record systems as residential properties.

Voters in Magee are served by the Simpson County Circuit Clerk, who administers elections from the Simpson County Courthouse, 109 West Pine Avenue, Mendenhall, MS 39114 (phone: 601-847-2474). This office handles voter registration, maintains voter rolls, processes absentee ballot applications, and certifies election results for all county, state, and federal elections. Mississippi residents can register to vote online through the Mississippi Secretary of State's website at yallvote.sos.ms.gov, by mail, or in person at the Circuit Clerk's office. The registration deadline is 30 days before any election. Voters must provide a current and valid photo ID when voting in person, including Mississippi driver's licenses, other state or federal photo IDs, tribal photo IDs, or a Mississippi Voter Identification Card issued free by Circuit Clerks. Magee holds municipal elections for mayor and city council members (typically five aldermen or council members) every four years in June. The next Magee municipal elections are scheduled for June 2025, with qualifying periods in early 2025 and primary elections if needed. Residents can find candidate information and local ballot measures through Magee City Hall and local media coverage. Polling place assignments for Magee voters can be verified by contacting the Circuit Clerk or checking online through the Secretary of State's polling place locator. Election records in Mississippi are substantially public: voter registration lists are available (though with some personal information redacted), campaign finance reports for state and local candidates are filed with the Secretary of State and local clerks respectively, candidate qualifying documents are public records, and precinct-level election results are posted after certification. In the November 2024 presidential election, Simpson County recorded approximately 60-65% voter turnout, consistent with rural Mississippi turnout patterns. For the November 3, 2026 general election, Mississippi voters including those in Magee will decide several important races. While Mississippi does not have U.S. Senate seats up in 2026, voters will elect all four U.S. House Representatives (Magee is in Mississippi's 3rd Congressional District), all 122 Mississippi House seats, and half of the 52 Mississippi Senate seats (depending on district). Simpson County offices up for election in 2026 may include sheriff, tax assessor, circuit clerk, chancery clerk, and board of supervisors members, depending on term schedules. Mississippi allows absentee voting for qualified voters including those who will be away from their county on election day, persons with disabilities, those 65 or older, and required workers. Absentee ballot applications must be submitted to the Circuit Clerk by mail or in person, with specific deadlines. Online absentee application is available through the Secretary of State's website.