About State Line — In Depth
Jail & Inmate Records
The Greene County Jail in Leakesville is the primary detention facility for Greene County. When individuals are arrested, the booking process includes photographing and fingerprinting, with all records maintained by the Sheriff's Office. Residents seeking information about current detainees can access inmate lookup services through the Sheriff's Office. Visitation at the facility requires scheduled appointments and adherence to strict guidelines. The bond and bail process follows Mississippi state law, which permits release of detainees under certain conditions while they await trial.
Arrest Records
The Greene County Sheriff's Office maintains arrest records documenting all arrests made within Greene County. These records include charges and personal information of those arrested. Residents and attorneys seeking arrest records can contact the Sheriff's Office directly to make requests. A typical arrest record includes the date of arrest, specific charges filed, and the arresting agency. Access and procedures are governed by the Mississippi Public Records Act, which ensures transparency and public availability of these documents.
Criminal Records
The criminal records system in Greene County includes records of felonies, misdemeanors, traffic violations, and the sex offender registry. Residents can request criminal records for personal or professional purposes, and the process is helped with by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.
Vital Records
Vital records for State Line residents, such as birth, marriage, and death certificates, are maintained by the Greene County Health Department (https://www.co.greene.ms.us/health-department.php) and the Mississippi State Department of Health (https://msdh.ms.gov/msdhsite/_static/resources/6.pdf).
Business & Licensing Records
Business records for State Line, including commercial licenses, property tax assessments, and other commercial data, are available through the Greene County Tax Assessor's Office at https://www.co.greene.ms.us/tax-assessor.php and the Mississippi Secretary of State's Business Services Division at https://www.sos.ms.gov/business-services. These offices maintain records for businesses operating in the area.
Economy & Demographics
Economic data for State Line, including employment statistics, tax revenues, and other financial information, can be found through the Greene County Economic Development Authority (https://www.co.greene.ms.us/economic-development.php) and the Mississippi Development Authority (https://www.mississippi.org/).
Elections & Voter Records
The Greene County Circuit Clerk administers elections for State Line voters from the office at 400 Main Street, Leakesville, MS 39451, phone (601) 394-2377. Registration closes 30 days before any election. Applicants must be U.S.
Citizens, at least 18 years old by election date, residents of Mississippi and the county where registering, and not disqualified by felony conviction unless rights have been restored or by court-declared mental incapacity. Valid photo identification is required to vote in person, including Mississippi driver's licenses, U.S. Passports, government employee IDs, tribal photo IDs, or free Mississippi Voter Identification cards issued by Circuit Clerks. State Line has no municipal government and therefore holds no city elections. All elections affecting residents are county, state, and federal contests. Greene County holds elections for Board of Supervisors districts, Sheriff, Tax Assessor, Circuit Clerk, Chancery Clerk, and other county offices on schedules set by Mississippi law, with county officers typically elected to four-year terms. Local voters participate in Mississippi legislative elections for state Senate and House districts representing Greene County. Residents can find their assigned polling place using the Mississippi Polling Place Locator at https://www.sos.ms.gov/pollingplace or by contacting the Circuit Clerk at (601) 394-2377. Mississippi law provides public access to voter registration lists available for purchase for lawful purposes, campaign finance reports filed with the Secretary of State and county election commissions, candidate qualifying information, and certified election results by precinct For specific turnout data, contact the Circuit Clerk. Mississippi offers absentee voting for registered voters who meet specific criteria: those away from their county of residence on election day, persons with temporary or permanent disabilities, persons 65 years or older, those required to work during polling hours on election day, parent or caretaker of a dependent with a disability, or members of the congressional delegation. Absentee ballot applications must be submitted to the Greene County Circuit Clerk by mail or in person, with the deadline typically the Saturday before the election for mail-in requests. Voted ballots must be received by 7:00 PM on election day or postmarked by election day and received within five business days.
Public Records Resources for State Line, Mississippi
Official government websites for State Line, Mississippi and the surrounding area. We prioritize official government sources (.gov, .us, or .mil) and supplement with verified municipal, county, or statewide portals (.org or .com) where the agency uses a non-government domain.
- Mississippi Business & Corporation SearchFind active and inactive corporations by name from the Mississippi Secretary of State.
- Mississippi Death RecordsRequest copies of death records from the Mississippi State Department of Health.
- Mississippi Death RowInformation from MS Dept. Mississippi requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Mississippi Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in State Line, contact the Greene County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.
How do I look up property records in State Line, Mississippi?
Property records for State Line, Mississippi are maintained by the Greene Tax Assessor's Office and the Greene County Chancery Clerk. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Greene County, including parcels in State Line. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Greene County Chancery Clerk maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many Mississippi counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Greene County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.
How do I get a birth or death certificate in State Line, Mississippi?
Birth, death, and marriage records for State Line, Mississippi residents are available through both county and state offices. The Mississippi State Department of Health, Vital Records, located in Jackson, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in Mississippi. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Greene County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Greene County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.